England kick off against Fiji – 2021 Rugby World Cup fixtures schedule released

England will open their Rugby World Cup campaign next year against debutants Fiji at Eden Park in New Zealand.

With the tournament delayed a year because of Covid-19, games have been reorganised, meaning England’s opener now no longer clashes with Wales’ opening fixture.

The Welsh will play their opener against a team who have come through qualifying the next day.

Scotland and Ireland are still looking to qualify for the women’s showpiece.

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