Summary
The England rugby team, led by coach Steve Borthwick, is set to face Italy in the Six Nations, aiming to overcome recent losses against Scotland and Ireland. Borthwick has introduced significant changes to the starting lineup to address issues of team cohesion and performance. The match against Italy is seen as a chance for England to regain confidence and stability.
Key Facts
- England will play Italy in the Six Nations tournament.
- Coach Steve Borthwick has made nine changes to the England starting lineup.
- England lost their recent matches against Scotland and Ireland.
- Borthwick believes in the importance of performance in training for team selection.
- Italy has shown strong performance in the tournament, particularly in their scrums.
- England team captain Maro Itoje encouraged his team to stay focused and work hard despite setbacks.
- The match will be held on Saturday, 7 March, at 16:40 GMT.
