By RWC HQ
October 25 2023

England have won 11 of their last 12 Test matches against Argentina (L1), including a 27-10 win in the pool stage of this year’s Rugby World Cup; however, England failed to score a try in this last encounter with the Pumas after scoring at least one in each of their previous 19 meetings.

England v Argentina

RWC Bronze Final

PARIS Stade de France, Paris Date: Friday, 27 October - KO: 20:00 BST

Borthhwick:   "After the disappointment of last weekend's game against South Africa, it is important that this Friday we once again play with the determination and dedication that so nearly earned the team the result we wanted," said Borthwick.

"The Bronze Final gives us a great opportunity to finish the tournament on a positive note, continue to build for the future, and to give our supporters one last chance to get behind the squad out here in Paris.

"The players are looking forward to the challenge against what will be a strong Argentina side. "

England: Smith; Steward, Marchant, Tuilagi, Arundell; Farrell (capt), Youngs; Genge, Dan, Stuart, Itoje, Chessum, Curry, Underhill, Earl.

Replacements: George, Rodd, Cole, Ribbans, Ludlam, Care, Ford, Lawrence.