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England really answered only one question: can they kick it? Oh God, yes

After the euphoria of the win over Argentina, this was a reminder of how far Steve Borthwick’s side have to go

The Guardian - UK

Steve Borthwick defiant after England beat Japan and promises better to come

The England head coach Steve Borthwick said: ‘We’re seeing strides in fundamental aspects,’ while Ben Earl added they are ‘growing and improving’

The Guardian - UK

England vs Japan player ratings: Ben Earl dominant as returning Billy Vunipola delivers smart cameo

England made it two wins from two at the Rugby World Cup by seeing off Japan on Sunday evening.

Evening Standard

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England 34-12 Japan: Steve Borthwick’s side on course for Rugby World Cup quarter-finals but work to do

Four tries eventually break down the Brave Blossoms to stay perfect in Pool D but it was a mostly scrappy display in Nice

Evening Standard

England 34-12 Japan: player ratings from the Rugby World Cup

Ben Earl impressed again for England but few in the backline were able to shine against a determined Japan side

The Guardian - UK

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

Lewis Ludlam, Courtney Lawes, Freddie Steward and Joe Marchant all touched down as England eventually saw off their enterprising opponents in Nice.

The Independent UK

Joe Marler uses his head to spare England’s blushes after error-strewn performance against Japan

England 34-12 Japan: England escaped with a bonus-point victory but late tries could not hide the flaws apparent

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England use lucky break to beat Japan but bonus-point win marred by boos

Joe Marler inadvertently headed the ball, leading to Courtney Lawes scoring a try that broke Japan’s resistance as England won 34-12

The Guardian - UK

Use your head! England score comical try against Japan at Rugby World Cup

Social media quickly reacted after the ball bounced off the unwitting Joe Marler’s head to allow Courtney Lawes to touch down

The Independent UK

England’s World Cup evolution must continue against dangerous Japan

After impressing in their opening victory over Argentina, Steve Borthwick’s men should now look to add silk to their steel

The Guardian - UK

Lewis Ludlam replaces suspended Tom Curry as England make minimal changes for Japan

There is a return for Kyle Sinckler in the front row, with loosehead Joe Marler also promoted to the starting side

The Independent UK

Energiser Ben Earl stands out to leave England ‘buzzing’ after Argentina win

The flanker led an intense defensive effort as Steve Borthwick’s side showed they are alive – and kicking – at this World Cup

The Independent UK

England player ratings vs Argentina: Ford fantastic as Lawes sets tone and Itoje recaptures best form

Manu Tuilagi and Ben Earl among Steve Borthwick’s other top performers on a momentous night in Marseille

Evening Standard

England 27-10 Argentina: player ratings from the Rugby World Cup

George Ford, Jamie George and Ben Earl were exceptional as England began their Rugby World Cup with a bang

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England 27-10 Argentina: George Ford leads 14 men to dominant World Cup win after Tom Curry sees red

Steve Borthwick’s spirited and resilient side deliver a muscular Marseille masterclass to get up and running in Pool D

The Independent UK

George Ford plays the pragmatist as England finally come to the boil in Marseille cauldron

England 27-10 Argentina: Steve Borthwick’s side survived Tom Curry’s early sending off as their fly half kicked them to a faith-restoring victory

The Independent UK

Alex Mitchell selection hints at England’s need for speed against Argentina

The scrum half and Jonny May are surprise inclusions in England’s first starting team of the World Cup having been left out of Steve Borthwick’s initial 33-man squad

Evening Standard

Steve Borthwick insists England have been written off too early ahead of Rugby World Cup opener

Red Rose at a very low ebb but all that would change with a strong showing in France

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Mitchell and May to start as England go ‘all guns blazing’ for Argentina opener

Steve Borthwick has named Alex Mitchell and Jonny May – two players who were omitted from his initial World Cup squad – to start against Argentina

The Independent UK

Steve Borthwick says England written off ‘too early’ ahead of World Cup

England have gone into freefall following a run of five defeats in six Tests.

Evening Standard

England select Alex Mitchell and Jonny May for Rugby World Cup opener against Argentina

Tom Curry is also fit to start against Argentina in the crucial Pool D clash in Marseille, while veteran prop Dan Cole gets the nod in a team captained by Courtney Lawes

The Independent UK

Steve Borthwick springs scrum half surprise for England’s World Cup opener against Argentina

Alex Mitchell starts at nine, while Jonny May is also an unexpected starter on the wing

Evening Standard

England vow to atone for spoiling Courtney Lawes milestone in Argentina World Cup opener

The vastly-experienced lock will captain Steve Borthwick’s side against the Pumas after 100th cap ruined by historic Fiji loss

The Guardian - UK

‘Competitive animals’ England chew over underdog tag for Argentina tie

Having arrived at their team base in northern France, the 2019 finalists are remaining upbeat about their upcoming World Cup campaign

The Guardian - UK

Courtney Lawes adds to England’s World Cup worries before Argentina

Steve Borthwick already has several injuries in his squad building up to their World Cup opener, with Courtney Lawes ‘sore’ after a training session

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