England head coach Steve Borthwick might not like it but the current thinking around sports managers and coaches is short-term. Taking a long-term view has long gone and, as with its football equivalent,

The Rugby Football Union remains in full support of England head coach Steve Borthwick in spite of a run of four successive defeats. Telegraph Sport understands there is next to no prospect of Borthwick losing his role,

Here are the alarming stats that show the recent struggles of Steve Borthwick’s side. In this calendar year, England are four wins from 10, with the only victories coming against Wales, Italy, Ireland and Japan.

How Steve Borthwick's England react to another defeat will be critical with world champions South Africa up next, says rugby union correspondent Chris Jones.