England set to learn inaugural Nations Cup opponents

Next summer’s matches against Fiji, South Africa, and Argentina should set the tone for England’s first Nations Cup campaign.

Before trips to South Africa and Argentina, discussions are raging about playing the “away” game between Fiji and Argentina at the Allianz Stadium in Twickenham.

Before a grand final, England will then play Japan, Australia, and New Zealand in the fall.

Every two years, with the exception of years with a Rugby World Cup or a British and Irish Lions tour, will host the Nations Cup.

The BBC is still negotiating the England vs. Fiji game in Europe, with Twickenham a target, despite Nations Cup organizers insisting plans are still pending.

Each nation will play the six “other” teams in the summer and autumn, with three matches in July and three in November, despite the regular schedule for the Six Nations and Rugby Championship.

The winners will be announced after a finals weekend at the end of November, the matches in those windows will be combined into a table.

However, discussions are still raging about some teams playing one of their “home” games on empty ground to lessen travel.

Given the number of players who play in the northern hemisphere, it’s believed that Fiji are open to playing in Europe rather than facing South Africa or Argentina.

A big crowd would also be drawn to a Twickenham game to help with the costs.