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Far from faultless but England do the business in bonus-point win over Japan

After all the pre-tournament angst, England are almost there.

The National (Scotland)

England really answered only one question: can they kick it? Oh God, yes

After the euphoria of the win over Argentina, this was a reminder of how far Steve Borthwick’s side have to go

The Guardian - UK

England vs Japan player ratings: Ben Earl dominant as returning Billy Vunipola delivers smart cameo

England made it two wins from two at the Rugby World Cup by seeing off Japan on Sunday evening.

Evening Standard

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England muddle past Japan at rugby World Cup

England edged closer to the last eight at the rugby union World Cup on Sunday night following a 34-12 victory over Japan at the Allianz Riviera in Nice.

Radio France Internationale

England 34-12 Japan: Steve Borthwick’s side on course for Rugby World Cup quarter-finals but work to do

Four tries eventually break down the Brave Blossoms to stay perfect in Pool D but it was a mostly scrappy display in Nice

Evening Standard

England 34-12 Japan: player ratings from the Rugby World Cup

Ben Earl impressed again for England but few in the backline were able to shine against a determined Japan side

The Guardian - UK

England battle to bonus-point victory in messy display against Japan

Lewis Ludlam, Courtney Lawes, Freddie Steward and Joe Marchant all touched down as England eventually saw off their enterprising opponents in Nice.

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Joe Marler uses his head to spare England’s blushes after error-strewn performance against Japan

England 34-12 Japan: England escaped with a bonus-point victory but late tries could not hide the flaws apparent

The Independent UK

England use lucky break to beat Japan but bonus-point win marred by boos

Joe Marler inadvertently headed the ball, leading to Courtney Lawes scoring a try that broke Japan’s resistance as England won 34-12

The Guardian - UK

Is England vs Japan on TV? Channel, start time and how to watch Rugby World Cup

Everything you need to know ahead of the Pool D fixture

The Independent UK

George Ford hopes drop-goal work with Jonny Wilkinson can be a World Cup weapon

Ford landed three drop-goals as England opened the tournament with a 27-10 rout of Argentina in Marseille last Saturday.

The Independent UK

Advantage England? Patience preached despite clamour for swagger

Questions about potency of attack remain but George Ford says resilience is still key in Sunday’s World Cup game with Japan

The Guardian - UK

Ford’s final audition and Sinckler returns – England v Japan talking points

England are looking to secure a place in the quarter-finals.

The Independent UK

George Ford’s long-hanging, grass-finding kicks can leave Japan chasing shadows

With Ford, Owen Farrell and the attack coach Richard Wigglesworth on song together, England have a trio who can lay down a winning strategy

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The Independent UK

Maro Itoje will take England victories at the World Cup ‘by any means necessary’

England did not score a try in their opening victory over Argentina.

The Independent UK

Lewis Ludlam replaces suspended Tom Curry as England make minimal changes for Japan

There is a return for Kyle Sinckler in the front row, with loosehead Joe Marler also promoted to the starting side

Evening Standard

England can ignite Rugby World Cup attack against Japan with George Ford central to expansion

The Brave Blossoms’ budding style should allow Steve Borthwick’s side to finally find their rhythm in Sunday’s Pool D clash in Nice

Evening Standard

Lawrence Dallaglio column: England must be clever to get best from Billy Vunipola again

Steve Borthwick must be intelligent with his use of the returning No8 to prevent a target being placed on his back

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The Guardian - UK

Sports quiz of the week: Coco Gauff, Rugby World Cup and Mo Farah

Have you been following the big stories in football, rugby, basketball, athletics, tennis and cricket?

The Guardian - UK

‘We’re definitely going to score some tries’: Daly has faith in England attack

Elliot Daly believes England will build, starting against Japan, on the steely defence and kicking that saw off Argentina

The Guardian - UK

Curry confusion highlights need for consistent World Cup officiating

Rugby struggles when it comes to refereeing and there were far too many shades of rosé across the first weekend in France

Evening Standard

When are England playing next in the Rugby World Cup?

England has also qualified for the 2027 Rugby World Cup

The Independent UK

Rugby World Cup power rankings: Which nations move up after opening weekend?

How has the first weekend of fixtures affected our rankings?

Evening Standard

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

The Independent UK

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.

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