England Rugby Faces Tough Questions After Narrow Loss to New Zealand
Despite strong performances, Steve Borthwick's team struggles to convert close matches into victories.
- England's recent defeat to New Zealand highlights ongoing issues with closing out games despite strong performances.
- Key substitution decisions by coach Steve Borthwick, particularly removing Marcus Smith, are under scrutiny for potentially impacting the match outcome.
- England's young players, including Immanuel Feyi-Waboso and Chandler Cunningham-South, show promise but lack experience in high-pressure situations.
- New Zealand capitalized on England's defensive errors with standout plays from Wallace Sititi and Beauden Barrett, securing a narrow victory.
- Upcoming matches against Australia and South Africa will be crucial for England to demonstrate improvement and resilience.
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