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England coach Steve Borthwick recalls players ahead of autumn fixtures

Published 2d ago · Latest report 20m ago · Leadership change

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Steve Borthwick selected his England squad for the autumn campaign, recalling key centres.

England coach Steve Borthwick has announced his training squad for the upcoming autumn campaign. The selections include recalls for centres Joe Marchant and Will Joseph as the team prepares for the Nations Championship despite mounting injury concerns.

Squad selectionSteve Borthwick named his group following domestic derby fixtures over the weekend.
Player recallsBoth Joe Marchant and Will Joseph returned to bolster the squad's midfield options.
Team challengesThe coaching staff faced preparations disrupted by lingering player injuries and tight schedules.

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Squad selections for international windows dictate team depth and strategy as national sides prepare for major tournaments and seasonal test matches.

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Oct 23Steve Borthwick prepared to announce his training squad following weekend domestic fixtures.
Oct 25Joe Marchant and Will Joseph were recalled as England dealt with injury worries.

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