Will Carling

Carling given England role

Carling, 52, skippered England 59 times between 1988 and 1996, winning three Grand Slams, four Five Nations championships and reaching the 1991 Rugby World Cup final.

And Jones has revealed he has long been in communication with Carling, a "specialist in leadership", as he hopes to improve his squad ahead of next year's World Cup.

"I have met Will continuously over the last two years and I think he can add value to the senior players in the squad with his experience," Jones said.

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And the fallout from the hosts' crushing late loss at the weekend continues.

Former England captain Will Carling aimed his cricitism at Stuart Lancaster's methods, suggesting his players are treated like 'schoolboys'.

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Carling said England lacked leadership and the players were treated "like schoolboys", prompting scrum-half Richard Wigglesworth to hit back. 

England may struggle to reach the last eight if they fail to beat Australia.

"They sound really angry and that's the reaction you want," said Corry.