England demolish Japan in Autumn Nations farewell to end losing streak

England back to winning ways after a tough Autumn Nations campaign.

BACK TO WINNING WAYS: England’s George Furbank celebrates scoring a try with passer Tommy Freeman. Picture: ©INPHO

Autumn Nations Series: England 59 Japan 14

A disappointing calendar year for England has at least ended with a flurry of tries and a healthier-looking outcome. A bucketload of points against a callow Japanese team on a blustery Sunday afternoon, however, does only so much to massage the overall bottom line. Five wins from 12 Tests – with four of the victories having come against Japan twice, Italy and Wales – tells the story of a side who look better when they face inferior opposition.