England try to regroup but 'that decision' casts long shadow


Rugby Union - England v Wales - IRB Rugby World Cup 2015 Pool A - Twickenham Stadium, London, England - 26/9/15 Brad Barritt and Rob Webber of England look dejected after defeat Action Images via Reuters / Andrew Couldridge Livepic

LONDON (Reuters) - England's Rugby World Cup defeat by Wales, and the decision not to attempt the late shot at goal that could have prevented it, remained the topic of choice in workplaces around Britain on Monday, two days after the memorable Twickenham clash.

While Wales were basking in the glory of their remarkable 28-25 comeback win and trying to recover in time for Thursday's match against Fiji, England were doing their best to switch the focus to their next challenge -- the all or nothing Pool A meeting with Australia on Saturday.

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