The player Jamie George has expressed his unconditional support for coach Steve Borthwick and his coaching team, urging them to lead England to the 2027 Rugby World Cup, despite the less favorable performance in the recent Six Nations.
England concluded its participation in the 2026 championship with a 48-46 defeat against France in Paris, where the French took the victory at the last moment of the match. Although the English performance showed a notable improvement compared to the three previous matches against Scotland, Ireland and Italy, the final result left a bittersweet taste.
The defeat against France meant the fourth of the tournament for England, marking their worst record in the history of the Six Nations. This situation has intensified the debate about Borthwick’s continuity at the head of the team and the support of the RFU (Rugby Football Union).
George, with experience since 2015 in the English selection, highlights the importance of staying calm and trusts that the team has the right structure to move forward.
George emphasizes Borthwick’s value to English rugby, highlighting his commitment and ability to create a successful program. Furthermore, he underlines the importance of team unity, a key factor in facing challenges. Sam Underhill also expressed the players’ complete confidence in Borthwick.“Steve is one of the best coaches I’ve worked with and I believe that with him we will be among the favorites to win the World Cup in 2027,” George stated. “We are a great team, a great group of players and he is the perfect person to guide us.”
Jamie George
“You’re either in or out,” Underhill commented. “There are always external opinions, but in the end, the only ones that matter are the coaches and the players.”
Sam UnderhillLooking back at the campaign, George pointed to indiscipline as a major problem, with nine yellow cards received during the tournament. Despite acknowledging the improvement in the match against France, George emphasizes that the overall performance was not enough.George concluded by expressing his hope that the team has brought joy to the fans and that the summer offers positive expectations.“I think we have to be proud of that performance, but I don’t hide from the fact that one in five isn’t enough. It’s not enough for a very talented England team,” George said.
Jamie George
