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Eddie Jones SACKED as England boss and set to be replaced by Steve Borthwick after disastrous run ahead of World Cup

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ENGLAND have sacked head coach Eddie Jones after seven years in charge.

The 62-year-old has been axed following a dismal autumn series that saw his side win just one out of four games.

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Eddie Jones has been sacked by England[/caption]
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Former England captain Steve Borthwick is expected to be named as Jones’ replacement[/caption]

Jones’ contract had been due to expire after the World Cup in France next year but the RFU have swung the axe following a review of recent results.

A statement confirmed: “Following a review of the Autumn, Eddie Jones has been dismissed from the position of England Men’s Head Coach.

“The Rugby Football Union (RFU) will now conclude the long-term work it has been undertaking on coach succession planning with changes set to be announced in the near future.

“In the interim, Richard Cockerill will take over the day to day running of the men’s performance team.”

Former captain Steve Borthwick is expected to be named as his successor, according to The Telegraph.

In addition to an awful autumn campaign, Jones’ side also won just two out of five Six Nations games earlier in the year.

The Australian has been in charge since 2015, and led England to the World Cup final in Japan three years ago.

He also guided England to three Six Nations titles, including a Grand Slam in 2016.

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