England targets 2027 Rugby World Cup victory after favorable draw

England’s rugby squad, led by centre Henry Pollock, said the team feels “buzzing” after the 2027 Rugby World Cup draw and confirmed that winning the tournament is their sole objective. The draw placed England in Pool F with Wales, Tonga and Zimbabwe, avoiding defending champions South Africa, New Zealand and France until a possible final, which many view as the most advantageous path for a title run.

Coach Steve Borthwick’s side will aim to top the pool and then face the runner‑up from Pool A, likely Italy or Georgia, before a quarter‑final that could pit them against Australia or Japan. Meanwhile, England centre Henry Slade highlighted the team’s strong ingredients but warned that discipline must improve, noting six cards in three Nations Championship games and a record of five losses in eight matches this year.

Both players stress that addressing these issues will be crucial for England to convert their favorable position into a realistic chance of ending a 24‑year World Cup drought.