Six Nations 2024: Toughest of talks await as ‘new-look’ England suffer same old problems

In accepting that a team making so many mistakes cannot command a tangible shot at victory, Borthwick revealed his hand for the reviews ahead. In short, the coaches will tell the players that the plans will work, when followed correctly. In fairness, the players admitted they strayed from the plan, so they know what is coming. It will not be pretty nor fit for public consumption, but perhaps that is exactly what England need.