Max Ojomoh revealed that the abundance of talent in England’s midfield was the inspiration for his outstanding performance at the Allianz Stadium against Argentina.
Ojomoh, who came on as a late substitute at inside centre following Fraser Dingwall’s injury due to a strain, delivered a Player of the Match performance, scoring a try and assisting in two more.
This poses a challenge for Steve Borthwick ahead of the start of the Six Nations against Wales on February 7, with Ojomoh, Dingwall and Seb Atkinson competing for a starting position in a position that has historically been problematic for England.
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“A year ago, people were worried about a crisis in the center,” Ojomoh said after winning his second cap, as Steve Borthwick’s men completed an autumn sweep.
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“Now I see Seb, Fraser, Ollie Lawrence, Luke Northmore and many number 12s emerging, and that kind of competition drives everyone to perform at a higher level.
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After opening the scoring with a try in the 10th minute, he set up tries in each half for Immanuel Feyi-Waboso and Henry Slade. Feyi-Waboso scored after catching Ojomoh’s pass at full speed, while Slade benefited from his teammate’s run and pass to score a crucial try.“It’s a very competitive position, so there are many contenders for a spot on the field. If you’re in shape, you move forward.
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“My favorite part was the cross kick because I had never done it in the Prem,” said Ojomoh.
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“I’ve tried it when I’ve had penalty advantage and missed them all, so it was a great moment for it to work. And to kick it to a very good friend like Manny [Feyi-Waboso] – I’m glad he scored the try.
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England achieved their eleventh consecutive victory by defeating the Pumas and enters the Six Nations as a serious contender for the title.“I was really surprised by the offload. I saw Sladey and thought ‘nothing to lose, I might as well give it a go’.
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“It has been a very good campaign from a very well-knit team. It’s good to be a part of it.”“I’m very happy for the team, who have achieved four out of four this month. It’s a great way to finish,” said Ojomoh.
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