We should rejoice in Fiji victory

WHAT is it that makes losing to Fiji for the first time in England’s rugby history such a dark day? Do we have such a low opinion of Fiji and such a high, possibly, over inflated opinion of ourselves. Opinions steeped in the days of empire, dominance and teaching the rest of the world how to do things, apparently. Should we not be seeing the positives from this result, after all, does World Rugby wish to grow the game, expand it, make it more inclusive, exciting and marketable? Fiji are an exciting, passionate rugby nation, who have possibly given more to the game than any...

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