England allay Lawes worries ahead of opener with Argentina

Veteran forward will be Steve Borthwick's likely captain against the Pumas in Marseille next weekend

FIGHTING FIT: England’s Courtney Lawes will likely make their tournament opener. Pic:INPHO/Andrew Fosker

England expect to have a clean bill of health for their vital World Cup opener against Argentina on Saturday after downplaying concerns over Courtney Lawes' fitness.

Lawes took part in the first training session held since the squad arrived at their tournament base in Le Touquet on Thursday, but the Lions flanker missed Saturday's capping ceremony because of "soreness".