Rugby World Cup: England grind out warm-up win over Italy
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By Becky Grey
BBC Sport in St James’ Park
England attracted their World Cup preparations to a ending.
Three Owen Farrell penalties gave the hosts a 9-0 lead following a lacklustre first half, however, Ben Youngs’ try brought the match to life after the fracture.
Broke free before his first England try was scored by prop Ellis Genge.
Anthony Watson then cruised through a gap made by Owen Farrell pass to include the fourth and last score of England.
Eddie Jones’ unwanted travel to Japan on Sunday and start their World Cup campaign on 22.
England have won all but one of the warm-up games, defeating Wales in Twickenham before losing to the opponents in Cardiff the following week and documenting their biggest winning margin against Ireland.
More to follow.
