Ugo Monye says head coach should face difficult questions after loss to South Africa continues miserable autumn

England head coach Steve Borthwick is confident he has the backing of the Rugby Football Union despite presiding over a fifth successive defeat after South Africa triumphed 29-20 at Allianz Stadium. Cheslin Kolbe’s 62nd-minute try placed the Springboks in a commanding position and even when replacement prop Gerhard Steenekamp was sent to the sin-bin England could not break through,

England head coach Steve Borthwick is on a collision course with one of his own players after hitting out at a new World Rugby law. Earlier this month, the authority announced a crackdown on ’escort runners’ during games, which refers to players who impede opponents as they chase after high kicks.

England coach Steve Borthwick said that the yet another painful defeat, this time 29-20 to South Africa on Saturday to continue their miserable Autumn series, will help his team in the long run as they continue their development.