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England battle to bonus-point victory in messy display against Japan

England continued their advance towards the World Cup quarter-finals by toppling Japan 34-12 but a messy performance that came alive in the the second half will have done little to worry the tournament's heavyweights.

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England reveal tongue-lashing from coach inspired heroics against Pumas

Freddie Steward has revealed that England's impressive performance against Argentina was inspired by a blast from defence coach Kevin Sinfield after their loss to Fiji.

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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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