Maro Itoje insists England are determined "to do the fans proud" after their autumn blues continued with a dramatic 42-37 defeat by Australia at Allianz Stadium.
World champions South Africa, are the daunting assignment facing Steve Borthwick’s men next Saturday as they look to regroup following defeats by New Zealand and the Wallabies.
"That wasn’t acceptable and we will have an honest look at that," Itoje said.
"There’s no doubt we didn’t want to be in this position. When we came into this autumn, we weren’t expecting to lose our first two games. In times like this, it’s tough."
"If we do our thing, are more consistent and play smarter rugby, then South Africa is a game we can win. I want, this team wants, to do the shirt proud, to do the fans proud. Next weekend is an amazing opportunity to do that."
"We’re very disappointed, but it’s still a tremendous opportunity against South Africa. We have the world champions coming to Twickenham. We have an amazing opportunity to do something."
"I want, this team wants, to do the shirt proud, to do the fans proud. Next weekend is an amazing opportunity to do that."
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