STATEMENT: RFU make official comment on England's autumn campaign

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Sunday, 27 November 2022 at 15:17

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The RFU have released an official statement following England's dismal Autumn Nations Series campaign.

Eddie Jones will now face a review after the autumn Tests, as is the case following each tournament.

The statement reads: “The RFU review panel which includes board and executive members along with independent, former players and coaches will hold a series of meetings in the next two weeks to discuss the Autumn Nations campaign and how improvements can be made ahead of the Six Nations.”

Bill Sweeney, Rugby Football Union Chief Executive Officer said: “We would like to thank England fans for their patience and support, it matters to us how they feel. Like them we are really disappointed with the results of the Autumn Nations Series. Despite strong individual performances and some great new talent coming into the team, the overall results are not where we expect them to be.”

Russell had previously been linked with a move to Japan, but due to his personal life now would like to stay in Europe.

England's squad ranked from best to worst:

What we've done is taken every England players 'rating' from each game of the Autumn Nations Series and averaged their score with powerhouse Joe Cokanasiga coming out on top.

1. Joe Cokanasiga - 7

Argentina: 7
Japan: 7
New Zealand: N/A
South Africa: N/A

2. Maro Itoje - 6.87

Argentina: 6
Japan: 7.5
New Zealand: 7
South Africa: 7

Maro Itoje of England relies the ball from a line out during the Autumn International Series match between England and New Zealand at Twickenham, London on 19 November 2022 (Photo: Micah Crook/PPAUK)

3. Guy Porter - 6.75

Argentina: N/A
Japan: 8.5
New Zealand: 5
South Africa: N/A

4. Ellis Genge - 6.37

Argentina: 7
Japan: 8.5
New Zealand: 5
South Africa: 5

Ellis Genge of England is tackled by Damian de Allende of South Africa during the Autumn Nations International Series match between England and South Africa at Twickenham, London on 26 November 2022 (Photo: Tom Sandberg/PPAUK)

5=. Sam Simmonds - 6.25

Argentina: 5
Japan: 8
New Zealand: 7
South Africa: 5

5=. Freddie Steward - 6.25

Argentina: 6
Japan: 9
New Zealand: 6
South Africa: 4

Freddie Steward of England is tackled by Ardie Savea of New Zealand during the Autumn International Series match between England and New Zealand at Twickenham, London on 19 November 2022 (Photo: Micah Crook/PPAUK)

7. Jonny May - 6

Argentina: N/A
Japan: N/A
New Zealand: 7
South Africa: 5

8=. Tom Curry - 5.87

Argentina: 7
Japan: 7.5
New Zealand: 5
South Africa: 4

Tom Curry of England runs at Samuel Whitelock of New Zealand during the Autumn International Series match between England and New Zealand at Twickenham, London on 19 November 2022 (Photo: Micah Crook/PPAUK)

8=. Ben Youngs - 5.87

Argentina: 5
Japan: 6.5
New Zealand: 6
South Africa: 6

8=. Owen Farrell - 5.87

Argentina: 5
Japan: 8.5
New Zealand: 5
South Africa: 5

Owen Farrell, Captain of England kicks the penalty during the Autumn Nations International Series match between England and South Africa at Twickenham, London on 26 November 2022 (Photo: Tom Sandberg/PPAUK)

8=. Kyle Sinckler - 5.87

Argentina: 8
Japan: 7.5
New Zealand: 5
South Africa: 3

Kyle Sinckler of England during the Autumn International Series match between England and New Zealand at Twickenham, London on 19 November 2022 (Photo: Micah Crook/PPAUK)

12=. Jack van Poortvliet - 5.75

Argentina: 5
Japan: 9
New Zealand: 3
South Africa: 6

12=. Henry Slade -5.75

Argentina: 4
Japan: 8
New Zealand: 6
South Africa: 5

14=. Marcus Smith - 5.62

Argentina: 5
Japan: 8.5
New Zealand: 4
South Africa: 5

Marcus Smith of England warms up before the Autumn International Series match between England and New Zealand at Twickenham, London on 19 November 2022 (Photo: Micah Crook/PPAUK)

14=. Jonny Hill - 5.62

Argentina: 6
Japan: 7.5
New Zealand: 5
South Africa: 4

14=.Manu Tuilagi - 5.62

Argentina: 6
Japan: 6.5
New Zealand: 5
South Africa: 5

Manu Tuilagi of England during the Autumn Nations Match between England and Australia at Twickenham on 13 November 2021. Photo: Micah Crook/PPAUK

17=. David Ribbans - 5.5

Argentina: N/A
Japan: 7.5
New Zealand: 5
South Africa: 4

17=. Luke Cowan-Dickie - 5.5

Argentina: 6
Japan: 7
New Zealand: 5
South Africa: 4

17=.Joe Heyes - 5.5

Argentina: 4
Japan: 7
New Zealand: N/A
South Africa: N/A

20=. Alex Coles - 5.33

Argentina: 5
Japan: 7
New Zealand: N/A
South Africa: 4

Evan Roos of South Africa is tackled by Alex Coles of England during the Autumn Nations International Series match between England and South Africa at Twickenham, London on 26 November 2022 (Photo: Tom Sandberg/PPAUK)

20=. Jack Nowell - 5.33

Argentina: 5
Japan: N/A
New Zealand: 6
South Africa: 5

22. Billy Vunipola - 5.12

Argentina: 5
Japan: 6.5
New Zealand: 5
South Africa: 4

Billy Vunipola of England in possession ahead of Kazuki Himeno of Japan during the Autumn International Series match between England and Japan at Twickenham Stadium, Twickenham, London on Saturday 12th November 2022 | Photo: James Fearn/PPAUK.

23. Will Stuart - 5

Argentina: N/A
Japan: N/A
New Zealand: 5
South Africa: 5

24. Jamie George - 4.87

Argentina: 4
Japan: 7.5
New Zealand: 5
South Africa: 3

25. Mako Vunipola - 4.62

Argentina: 4
Japan: 6.5
New Zealand: 5
South Africa: 3

Mako Vunipola applauds in the direction of the supporters at full-time followinga the Autumn International Series match between England and Japan at Twickenham Stadium, Twickenham, London on Saturday 12th November 2022 | Photo: James Fearn/PPAUK.