England head into this tournament ranked eighth in the world having lost five of their last six games and, at that rate. Even if they lose to Argentina, beating Japan in the second outing is likely to ensure a place in the quarterfinals where Australia, Wales or Fiji will be the probable opponent.

After making the semifinals in 2015, Argentina failed to get out of the pool in 2019 finishing behind England and France in their group. They have 20 in the squad with World Cup experience. Hooker Agustin Creevy and flyhalf Nicolas Sanchez are headed to their fourth tournament.