George Ford emphasizes the importance of training consistency for England ahead of Rugby World Cup 2023

England Rugby Union: Striving for Consistency

In their quest for success, England’s fly-half George Ford believes that the team needs to focus on consistency in training to minimize errors during matches. With three losses out of their four World Cup warm-up games, including a historic defeat by Fiji, England faces an uphill battle as they gear up for their opener against Argentina on September 9th in Marseille.

The Importance of Training Consistency

Ford acknowledges that the team’s current performance reflects how they train. He admits that it is not good enough and emphasizes the urgency to address these mistakes and improve. According to him, reducing errors requires a more consistent approach during training sessions where currently too many mistakes are being made.

A String of Defeats and Concerns

With five defeats in their last six games under head coach Steve Borthwick, England finds themselves confronted with various challenges. The recent loss against Fiji has resulted in them dropping down to eighth place in the world rankings, now ranking below Argentina. Their defense has been struggling with conceding an average of 30 tries and allowing an average of 26 points per game since Borthwick took charge.

Analyze Mistakes and Improve Performance

Determining the reasons behind these errors remains challenging for Ford; however, he suggests that it may be caused by over-eagerness, occasional inaccuracies or incomplete understanding among players. Despite this uncertainty, one thing is clear – continuous repetition of these mistakes is not an option.

Looking Ahead with Confidence

Despite the current setbacks, Ford remains optimistic that England will bounce back and deliver a strong performance in their upcoming pool game against Argentina. He assures fans that they are working diligently to refine their strategies and ensure a clear understanding of what it takes to secure victory.

Player Reactions

Vice-captain Ellis Genge expressed his disappointment after the Fiji defeat but urged fans to keep faith in the team’s ability to overcome challenges. Prop Joe Marler also shared his frustration over not securing a win for teammate Courtney Lawes on his 100th cap. Nevertheless, both players remain determined and appreciative of the support received.

The Road Ahead

England’s World Cup journey does not get any easier as they face tough opponents like Japan, Chile, and Samoa in their pool stage matches. With a potential quarter-final clash against Wales, Australia or Fiji looming ahead, England knows that addressing their training consistency is crucial for success.