Northmore Debuts for England in Second Argentina Test

Luke Northmore, a Harlequins player, will make his England debut at centre as the only change for the second Test against Argentina, replacing the injured Henry Slade. Coach Steve Borthwick has retained the side that won the first Test 35-12, despite several players being on British & Irish Lions duty in Australia. Northmore will partner Seb Atkinson in an inexperienced midfield, while the rest of the matchday 23 remains unchanged. The bench features a 6-2 split between forwards and backs, with no specialist fly-half cover due to Slade's absence. Borthwick praised the squad's focus and intensity, emphasizing the need for consistent high-level performances as England aims to secure the series. The summer tour will conclude with a match against the United States in Washington D.C. on July 19.