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Steve Borthwick: England being written off 'too early' at World Cup

Steve Borthwick believes his England side can defy their gloomy World Cup expectations, and it can all start against Argentina in Saturday's crucial opening match.

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George Ford insists England confronting their issues

After losing to Fiji for the first time in their rugby history, England are under immense pressure, but George Ford insists the team will bounce back at the Rugby World Cup.

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From bad to worse for England as they lose Anthony Watson for RWC

England's troubled lead-up to the 2023 Rugby World Cup continued when flyer Anthony Watson was ruled out of the tournament due to injury.

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Ireland overpower England as Billy Vunipola sees red

England suffered a 29-10 defeat at the hands of Ireland, as their World Cup preparations hit another snag, after Billy Vunipola was shown a red card.

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Pacific Island players slam Owen Farrell verdict after hefty ban for Moala

Pacific Island players have furiously reacted to Owen Farrell's red card being rescinded after George Moala was handed a hefty ban for his sending-off.

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World Rugby urged to intervene after Owen Farrell’s red card was overturned

In the fallout following the overturning of Owen Farrell's red card against Wales, World Rugby has come under pressure to act.