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Billy Vunipola set to return for England in World Cup game against Japan

England are ready to welcome Billy Vunipola back for their second World Cup match against Japan on Sunday and potentially offset the loss of Tom Curry

The Guardian - UK

Rugby World Cup: Kevin Sinfield vows more to come from resurgent England after Pumas tamed

Defence coach thrilled with return of fight and spirit under Steve Borthwick but warns rivals there are more levels to be reached

Evening Standard

Kevin Sinfield expects to see ‘loads of improvement’ from England at World Cup

England claimed a 27-10 victory over Argentina in their World Cup opener despite Tom Curry’s third-minute dismissal.

The Independent UK

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George Ford masterclass and defensive organisation bode well for England

Fly-half stayed cool under pressure to conserve the energy of his forwards while Kevin Sinfield’s defensive preparation paid off

The Guardian - UK

Borthwick to keep job even if England fail in Rugby World Cup pool stages

The RFU has supported the coach as they look to a ‘long-term rebuilding programme’ with Borthwick contracted until the 2027 World Cup

The Guardian - UK

England consider Marcus Smith at full-back for Rugby World Cup opener against Argentina

England are giving serious consideration to starting Marcus Smith at full-back in Saturday’s crucial Rugby World Cup clash with Argentina.

Evening Standard

England could still use ‘magician’ Marcus Smith at full-back – Kevin Sinfield

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Tom Curry will start World Cup opener as England aim to fix leaky defence

The 25-year-old back-rower, yet to appear for England under Steve Borthwick, is expected to start against Argentina after recovering from an ankle injury

The Guardian - UK

Tom Curry in contention to start England’s World Cup opener against Argentina

Curry missed all four warm-up Tests after spraining the joint during training in early August, but is in line to start if he has no setbacks.

The Independent UK

England ready to throw Tom Curry in at deep end for Rugby World Cup opener

Kevin Sinfield talks up flanker’s return after three months out

Evening Standard

Steve Borthwick confident England will fix defensive issues ahead of World Cup

England have lost five of their last six matches and have conceded an average of 26 points during Borthwick’s nine-Test tenure.

The Independent UK

Kevin Sinfield says England’s pre-World Cup setbacks are bringing squad together

Injury has cost Anthony Watson and Jack van Poortvliet their World Cup places, while Owen Farrell and Billy Vunipola are banned for the opener.

The Independent UK

Groundhog Day for England as Billy Vunipola joins Owen Farrell in the high tackle dock

Groundhog Day masquerades as a mainstream Hollywood comedy but lures in the viewer with a deeper existential message.

Evening Standard

England to omit Owen Farrell from Ireland lineup as World Rugby ponder appeal against red card rescinding

Threat of a World Cup ban not yet over for the Saracens fly-half as independent disciplinary decision could face challenge

Evening Standard

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Evening Standard

Owen Farrell: Kevin Sinfield hopes England captain avoids David Beckham treatment after red card controversy

Captain will be able avaialable for immediate World Cup selection after dismissal was rescinded

The Guardian - UK

England’s Freddie Steward supports new TMO review system for red cards

The review system, where a referee can send a player to the sin-bin while a TMO decides whether to upgrade to a red card, will be used in Wales v England match

The Independent UK

England hoping Tom Curry will feature in World Cup build-up despite ankle issue

Curry sustained the injury in training this week and will be sidelined for up to a fortnight.

Evening Standard

‘Mature’ Tom Pearson can shine on England debut, says Kevin Sinfield

Kevin Sinfield has hailed Tom Pearson’s tunnel vision in setting aside his London Irish turbulence to earn an England debut.

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The Guardian - UK

Earl embraces Kompany’s intensity with Rugby World Cup target in sight

Vincent Kompany’s presentation to England’s rugby squad offered valuable insight with Ben Earl intent on securing his place in the World Cup squad

The Independent UK

Two books inspired by Rob Burrow and Kevin Sinfield’s friendship to be released

Sinfield carried his former rugby teammate Burrow, who has MND, over the finish line at a marathon in Leeds so they could complete it together.

The Guardian - UK

England study southern hemisphere sides with Rugby World Cup on horizon

Kevin Sinfield, England’s defence coach, has been taking notes on the opening Rugby Championship fixtures, saying: ‘It’s important to look at some teams’

The Independent UK

Kevin Sinfield feels England’s pain as they try to mastermind Rugby World Cup turnaround

A tough first Six Nations campaign hasn’t stopped defence coach Sinfield believing good things can happen in France this autumn

Wales Online

Tonight's rugby news as Welsh region to sign Adam Jones' protégé

The latest rugby headlines from Wales and beyond

Daily Mirror

Dad discovers he is terminally-ill after waking up with a limp in his left leg

Steve Wharton, from Plymouth, was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in 2020 after the dad-of-two began to notice he was limping shortly after the birth of his second child

Daily Mirror

Rob Burrow and his children complete race together in amazing Father's Day moment

Rugby League star Rob Burrow, who was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease in 2019, was joined by his children for the juniors race ahead of Sunday's Leeds 10K event

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