Autumn Nations Series: Eddie Jones says he was 'abused' by spectator as England romped to victory over Japan

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Eddie Jones alleged he was "abused" at half-time during England's dominant 59-14 victory over Japan. The Rugby Football Union (RFU) have since responded to the allegation in a widely reported statement, saying that "no coaches, players or match officials should be abused" at work. England signed off their Autumn Nations Series with their only win of the campaign.

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Eddie Jones alleged he was "abused" by a fan at half-time during his Allianz Stadium return.

England ended a frustrating Autumn Nations Series on a high, dispatching Japan 59-14 on Sunday.

At full-time, Japan boss Eddie Jones, who was returning to the Allianz Stadium for the first time since being sacked by England in 2022, said he was confronted by a spectator at half-time.

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Asked about his return to England's home ground, Jones said: "It wasn’t bad until some clown abused me going down at half-time. But if there is only one clown in 81,634, it’s not too bad.

"So it was good, mate. I’m disappointed with the result, but it is always good to come to the home of rugby. A fantastic atmosphere.

"He [the spectator] said something, obviously, but I’m not going to repeat it here because I’ll get into trouble."

In a widely reported statement, the RFU responded by saying: "No coaches, players or match officials should be abused for doing their job."

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Jones guided England to three Six Nations titles during his seven-year tenure, while also taking the Red Roses to the 2019 World Cup final.

His side's only victory in the November campaign came in the form of a 36-20 triumph over Uruguay.

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