OWEN FARRELL was left with “half his nose missing” after a sickening head clash as England ran riot against the USA to pick up the bonus point and go miles clear at the top of Pool C.
American flanker John Quill was shown a straight red – the first of the tournament – for his dangerous challenge on centre Farrell in the 71st minute.
Farrell, who has escaped punishment in the past for reckless tackles of his own, was left with a bloodied nose but did not appear concussed despite the horror collision.
And he will feel better seeing his team well clear in their group after this seven-try demolition job.
Boss Eddie Jones had said it would be like going up against “15 Donald Trumps”.
But this American team showed next to no fight with George Ford scoring the first try after just two minutes and man mountain Joe Cokanasiga bagging a brace of his own.
Forward Billy Vunipola got England’s second try in the 25th minute from a well rehearsed set piece and Luke Cowan-Dickie the third just eight minutes later.
At half-time it was 19-0 and the result not in doubt.
Cokanasiga, Ruaridh McConnochie, Lewis Ludlam all went over in the second half with Ford adding the extras for a convincing 45-7 win after America’s Bryce Campbell touched down in extra time.
Jones will be sweating on Piers Francis, though, who could face a ban for a reckless challenge on America’s Will Hooley that was not too dissimilar to the one that flattened Farrell.
England lead Pool C on ten points, six clear of second-placed France.
A delighted Eddie Jones said: “Two games with ten points – no major injuries. Owen just has half his nose missing. Apart from that pretty good.
“I think he is missing half his nose so I’m sure it’s out there and I just hope it doesn’t end up on the BBQ tonight.”
“We’re getting used to the conditions. The ball is like a cake of soap. We’ve got good players who can catch and pass so much be difficult. But we’re perfect.”
And on Francis’ possible ban, Jones added: “We’re happy to do whatever the judicial process is and to take part in it.
“We have no qualms whatsoever and will support the decision of World Rugby whichever way it goes.”
