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What the Wallabies need to do to upset England on Saturday

16th October, 2019
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16th October, 2019
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After a mixed bag of group stage performances, it’s do-or-die time for the Wallabies at the 2019 Rugby World Cup.

A date with the old enemy – Eddie Jones’ England – looms on Saturday at Oita Stadium, with Australia entering the encounter as rank outsiders.

With a loss to Wales and a very uninspiring win over Georgia somewhat offsetting more encouraging victories over Fiji and Uruguay, many analysts are having a tough time making the case for Michael Cheika’s side.

Are they any chance of springing the upset? What do they need to do to get up?

We were joined by Roar rugby expert Brett McKay on the Game of Codes podcast to preview Australia’s (arguably) biggest game of the calendar year and make a call on whether they can progress to the semi-finals.

Listen to the debate:

The Wallabies have a had a tough time against the English since their 33-13 triumph at the last World Cup. They suffered a disappointing 3-0 series loss at home in the 2016 June Tests, while also losing in each of the last three Twickenham Tests.

Visit our Game of Codes hub to catch the full episode and be sure to subscribe and review on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or wherever else you’re listening.

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