Nov 13, 2026Sports127 words1 min read

Borthwick Wants Toughness and Talent From Ojomoh

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Steve Borthwick is the head coach of the England rugby team. He has a message for a young player named Max Ojomoh.

Borthwick says Ojomoh has great talent. People call his skill 'stardust' because it is special and exciting.

But Borthwick wants more from Ojomoh. He wants him to also show toughness on the field.

Ojomoh plays in the backline. This is a group of players who often run with the ball.

Borthwick says Ojomoh needs more physicality. This means strong and hard play against other players.

The coach believes talent is not enough. Players also need to be tough and strong.

Borthwick wants Ojomoh to use both his skill and his strength. He thinks this will make him a better player for England.

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1. Who is Steve Borthwick?

2. What does Borthwick want Ojomoh to add to his game?

3. True or false: Ojomoh plays in the backline.

1. England's head coach 2. More toughness 3. True

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Steve Borthwick is the _____ of the England rugby team.

Borthwick says Ojomoh has great _____.

People call his skill '_____' because it is special.

Borthwick wants him to also show _____ on the field.

Ojomoh plays in the _____.

This is a group of players who often run with the ball.

Borthwick says Ojomoh needs more _____.

This means strong and hard play against other players.

The coach believes talent is not enough.

Borthwick wants Ojomoh to use both his skill and his _____.

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