England National Rugby Union Team Face Japan in First-Ever Test on Japanese Soil
Published: June 21, 2024 | Updated: June 21, 2024
The England national rugby union team will embark on their summer test matches, kicking things off with a highly anticipated clash against Japan on Saturday, June 22. This will mark the Red Roses’ first-ever rugby union test match on Japanese soil, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the encounter.
Heading into the game, England, led by Steve Borthwick, will be facing off against their former coach, Eddie Jones, who has now taken the reins of the Japan national team. This dynamic between the two sides further heightens the anticipation surrounding the match.
“This is a game that both teams and fans have been eagerly awaiting. It’s going to be an intense and thrilling encounter as England take on Japan on their home turf for the very first time.” – Steve Borthwick, England Head Coach
While the game will not be available for live television viewing in the UK, fans can stream the action online via RugbyPass TV, the official streaming platform of World Rugby. All that is required is to create a free account on the RugbyPass website prior to the 6:50 am BST kickoff.
Following the clash with Japan, England will shift their focus to two grueling test matches against the formidable All Blacks on July 6 and 13, providing a stern challenge as they continue their preparations for the upcoming season.
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