England U20 defeated the United States 68-40 in Pool C of the Junior World Championship, scoring 10 tries to keep their semi-final route alive. The result means England’s final pool match against Argentina will decide who advances from the group.
England built the match around a dominant first-half display and were 49-14 ahead shortly after the interval. Jerold Gorleku, identified in the source as a Harlequins hooker, crossed twice, while Keylock added nine conversions in a high-scoring afternoon.
The USA did not fade quietly. Dane Mitchell scored three tries after half-time as England’s control briefly slipped, but late scores from Connor Treacey and Tyler Offiah restored a comfortable margin for Andy Titterrell’s side.
Argentina’s own strong pool form adds weight to the next fixture: the Pumas followed a 78-14 win over the USA with a 62-40 victory against Ireland. With only the pool winner progressing, England’s Tuesday meeting with Argentina is effectively a knockout game inside the group stage.
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