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This marks a interesting feature of England's autumn clean sweep that there were no debutants made their international debut throughout the series of matches, something not seen in 25 years. Yet, the performance of Max Ojomoh display against the Argentine side while earning his second appearance seemed to be the breakthrough of a major talent.

Star Display in Tight Victory

Ojomoh was the key player in what was the team's most challenging performance of the autumn. He finished off the opening touchdown before creating the remaining two. His assist for his teammate via a exquisite cross-field kick was the highlight play of the opening period. Similarly, his quick offload to the center for the team's final score was just as eye-catching, capping off a fine debut performance at the home stadium for the young player.

Ojomoh possesses the kind of triple threat that every manager would want from their midfield player. His abilities include running, kicking, and passing, and he has appeared at fly-half and at multiple midfield roles for Bath this campaign.

Rapid Ascent and Future Opportunities

Only a little over a week since the head coach might have felt he had discovered his midfield duo for the long term. However, the best compliment that can be paid to the young star is that Borthwick might need to reconsider. Ojomoh was initially selected to an national team four years ago, but had to wait until the final match of the summer tour to make his debut. Injuries to teammates paved the way for Ojomoh to begin here, and he undoubtedly will be in contention for a further appearance when England reconvene to start their Six Nations quest in the new year.

• Multiple Abilities: Can play number ten and midfield.
• Key Contributions: Notched a touchdown and set up two more.
• Timely Impact: Stepped up when others were injured.

Team Context and Broader Significance

Where might the team have fared against Argentina without Ojomoh? Undoubtedly they rode their luck and maybe it is not surprising that he was their best player. The team experienced an inevitable drop-off in energy following a significant victory over New Zealand. Perhaps the coach ought to have made more changes.

Some perspective is required, however. One might be inclined to criticize England for their failure to bring much urgency into this contest, or for nearly losing a fixture they were controlling. However, this result marks a perfect record of November matches for the first time since 2016. The year ends with eleven consecutive victories after starting with a loss. We are midway in the four-year tournament plan and things look considerably rosier for Borthwick than they did at this stage.

Squad Depth and Future Planning

Borthwick appears that, with time remaining from the World Cup, he understands the core group of the team he will take to Australia. Naturally, there will be the odd bolter. But there are not many existing players of the roster who are not in contention for the upcoming event.

This is an advantage because it was a problem for his preceding coach, who struggled when it was clear that veterans were not going to play in his plans. Borthwick seems to have taken action sooner, preventing the difficult beginning that affected the squad in the previous cycle.

Depth charts sound like they are for sailors of the past, but managers swear by them and the coach can be satisfied with his. Under different circumstances, the team might be dealing with a loss after a heartbreaking late defeat. The fact they avoided that owes plenty to Ojomoh, luck, and the quality of the bench. As Borthwick plots a course to the Six Nations, he has wind in England's sails after an unbeaten run, and therefore we can forgive the lack of quality of this performance.