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England Faces Japan: Rugby World Cup Push
14 Nov
Summary
- England aims for a crucial win against Japan to pressure France.
- This match offers Ojomoh and Joseph a chance for World Cup selection.
- England has a perfect historical record against Japan.
Steve Borthwick's England squad is poised to build on their recent impressive win over Australia as they prepare to face Japan. The team requires a victory to maintain pressure on France, who are leading the pool, in the ongoing race to qualify for the inaugural Nations Championship final scheduled for November 29.
This fixture provides an excellent platform for promising backs Max Ojomoh and Will Joseph. Both players, currently in good form, have an opportunity to showcase their skills and potentially secure places in the upcoming World Cup squad. England's historical dominance over Japan, who have secured only one win from their four pool matches to date, adds further anticipation to this encounter.
