Italy have secured their first-ever win over England in the Six Nations, defeating them 23-18 in Rome.
This loss marks England's third successive defeat, leaving them as distant underdogs for their upcoming match against France. According to England's coach Steve Borthwick, the team's discipline has been a significant problem throughout the competition.
England's captain, Maro Itoje, was sin-binned during the match, which proved to be a crucial moment in the game. As reported by BBC Radio 5 Live, England Rugby World Cup winner Matt Dawson stated, "He will be furious with himself for that penalty and yellow card."
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Timeline of Events
England's defeat in Rome follows their previous losses, and the team is now facing a challenging road ahead, including an away match against world champions South Africa.
Investigation and Official Statements
Coach Steve Borthwick told BBC Sport, "I thought at 60 minutes we had the game under control, but going down to 13 men hurt us badly." Borthwick also stated that he remains the right man for the job and is committed to learning from the team's tough period.
Future Prospects and Potential Changes
The Rugby Football Union (RFU) will be scrutinizing the campaign to find the cause of England's underachievement. As reported by the BBC, potential successors to Borthwick include Scott Robertson, Franco Smith, and Pat Lam, among others.
