England has defended their decision to recall Tom Curry for their upcoming match against Japan, despite his recent concussion, as he partners with Sam Underhill. Curry has passed return-to-play protocols and is eager to play. George Furbank replaces Freddie Steward at full-back for the high-tempo game against Japan, while debutant Asher Opoku-Fordjour provides cover at prop.
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The Independent relies on reader support to cover stories ranging from reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, ensuring accurate reporting and analysis for all. With your donation, journalists can continue to investigate and report on critical issues from both perspectives. In Manchester, Pep Guardiola faces a challenging period as Manchester City manager, with a recent losing streak and injury crisis impacting the team's performance. Guardiola looks to turn things around in the upcoming...
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