max Ojomoh impressed in his first England start,adding another dimension to Steve Borthwick’s midfield options following a 27-26 victory over Argentina in Salta on Saturday,November 23,2024. The 26-year-old Saracens centre delivered a strong performance, showcasing both defensive solidity and attacking flair during the closely contested match.
England’s midfield depth was already a point of discussion heading into the Argentina tour, with established players and emerging talents vying for position ahead of the 2025 Six Nations and beyond. Ojomoh’s assured debut substantially complicates Steve Borthwick’s selection process, presenting a welcome headache for the head coach as he seeks to build a competitive squad. The result marks England’s first win on Argentinian soil as 2006.
Ojomoh partnered Fraser Dingwall in the centre, and the pair demonstrated a promising connection throughout the game. While the match was ultimately decided by a late penalty,Ojomoh’s contribution was widely praised by commentators and fans alike.
England’s next challenge will be a return to home soil, where they will face New Zealand on November 30th, offering Ojomoh another chance to solidify his place in the squad. Borthwick will need to carefully assess his midfield options in the coming weeks to determine the optimal combination for future fixtures.
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