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■By BEN JAYCOCK

Japan v Italy Today. 6.05am
EDDIE Jones will be hoping his horror start in charge of Japan will come to an end today when they take on Italy in Hokkaido.
Japan have suffered back-to-back home losses to England and Georgia in Jones’ first two games in charge and will see this morning as an opportunity at redemption against an improving Italian outfit.
With recently departed Jamie Joseph having enjoyed a lengthy and successful spell as Brave Blossoms boss, the side’s latest results may simply be growing pains as the players seek to adapt ...