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Michael Scully

Andy Farrell pays touching tribute to son Owen ahead of 100th England cap

Andy Farrell has paid a touching tribute to his son Owen, who will make his 100th Test appearance for England on Saturday.

On the same day that Farrell senior guides Ireland against Australia, his son becomes only the third England men's player to reach the century milestone.

"Whatever I've said about Conor (Murray) and Johnny (Sexton) over the last wee while, the same sentiments," said Andy, who was effusive in his praise of his senior half-back partnership when they made it to three figures.

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