England spiral to another Six Nations defeat which raises far-reaching questions about their direction 18 months out from the Rugby World Cup.

England have beaten the Azzurri in all 32 meetings over the last 35 years but that record could slip in Rome on Saturday

Minute-by-minute report: Join Daniel Gallan for updates as Italy look to topple a much-changed England hoping to put recent heavy defeats behind them

England spiral to another Six Nations defeat which raises far-reaching questions about their direction 18 months out from the Rugby World Cup.

At the 33rd time of asking Italy finally beat England, claiming a 23-18 Six Nations victory in Rome

The humiliation in Rome means it is now three defeats in a row for England, each more soul-destroying than the last

England's defeat by Italy has turned the spotlight on England's leadership, both on and off the pitch

Steve Borthwick’s role is coming under increasing scrutiny after he became the first England head coach to lose to Italy

After three straight defeats and a backline overhaul for the loss to Italy, England head coach Steve Borthwick may make major changes for the trip to France.