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England Rugby Avoids Shirts vs. Pumas
16 Jul
Summary
- Jamie George to captain England for 113th cap.
- Players avoid wearing national shirts in Buenos Aires.
- England faces Argentina in Nations Championship clash.
Jamie George is set to captain England in their upcoming Nations Championship match against Argentina, marking his 113th cap. The starting lineup remains unchanged, with Ellis Genge and Ollie Chessum serving as vice-captains for the fixture in Santiago del Estero. Two alterations have been made to the replacements, including the debut possibility for prop Emmanuel Iyogun.
The England squad has chosen to avoid wearing their national shirts in Buenos Aires, a decision influenced by the recent FIFA World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina. This follows a previous instance where the team wore their shirts in support of the football squad during their quarter-final match. Lock Alex Coles noted the sensitivity of the situation, preferring to show support more discreetly in Argentina.
Head coach Steve Borthwick is anticipating a challenging contest, acknowledging the passionate home support expected in Santiago del Estero. The team's focus is on embracing the occasion and the competitive atmosphere. The summer fixtures for the 2026 Nations Championship have also been detailed, showing results from earlier matches in July, including England's recent victory over Fiji.
