Steve Borthwick's England rugby side are back in action at Twickenham this afternoon, aiming to extend their impressive winning streak to nine matches against a formidable Fiji team.
A Formidable Challenge Awaits
After a convincing victory over Australia last weekend that kicked off their autumn campaign, England's confidence is high. The team's strong bench was pivotal in securing that win, providing the impact needed to overpower the Wallabies. However, with a major clash against New Zealand looming next week, Borthwick has been forced into several changes to his starting lineup, primarily due to injuries disrupting his backline plans.
Stand-in captain Ellis Genge has been vocal this week, making it clear that the squad has not forgotten Fiji's historic victory on their last visit to Twickenham. That pre-World Cup result in 2023, followed by a nail-bitingly close quarter-final in the tournament itself, serves as a stark warning. England know they cannot afford to be off their game.
Fiji's Threat is Real and Present
The Pacific Islanders pose a significant threat with their unique brand of rugby. They are a side packed with strike-running power, incredible offloading dexterity, and tactical intelligence. If England's performance level drops, Fiji have all the tools to make it a very difficult afternoon for the home side and potentially spring another major shock.
The match, part of the Quilter Nations Series, is scheduled for a 5.40pm GMT kick-off at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham. All eyes will be on whether England can maintain their momentum or if Fiji can once again rewrite the history books in South West London.
