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French kicks: England put focus on stopping visitors’ elite aerial game

Steve Borthwick says working out how to counter Les Bleus’ tactics will be key in Saturday’s clash at Twickenham

The Guardian - UK

Anthony Watson backs Marcus Smith to provide ‘spark’ for England against France

England face their toughest challenge of the Six Nations yet on Saturday with France positioned second in the global rankings.

The Independent UK

Watson backs Marcus Smith’s ‘X factor’ to inspire England against France

England are looking to the ‘X factor’ of Marcus Smith to dazzle France and lift the home crowd out of their seats in the latest edition of Le Crunch at Twickenham, Anthony Watson said

The Guardian - UK

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France encounter is chance for Borthwick, Smith and England to show fresh vision

Picking a more adventurous fly-half opens up the chance to find a new gear in attack that is needed to match the world’s best

The Guardian - UK

England have been waiting for France – it’s time to let the handbrake off

A team has been picked with Les Bleus in mind – opponents who have not won a Six Nations match in London since 2005

The Guardian - UK

Marcus Smith call shows Steve Borthwick’s ruthless edge as biggest test awaits England

Red Rose looking to mirror Scotland’s approach against France at Twickenham

Evening Standard

Six Nations: England look to go back to the future in ‘Le Crunch’ tie at Twickenham

France might be famed for their classic desire to attack from anywhere, but that “jouer rugby” attitude boasts a new dimension rooted in football’s blueprint to beat the high press.

Evening Standard

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Why starting Marcus Smith ahead of Owen Farrell is the right call

England coach Steve Borthwick has dropped his captain and fly half Farrell in favour of Smith for the crunch Six Nations clash with France

The Independent UK

Today's rugby news as Mike Phillips slams 'crazy' Gatland decision and Wales coach defends system

The latest rugby news from Wales and beyond ahead of the fourth round of Six Nations matches

Wales Online

Ellis Genge goes from “mad dog” to England captain as he takes role after Owen Farrell axe

The Bristol Bears prop will lead England out against France on Saturday in their fourth Six Nations fixture after fly-half Owen Farrell was controversially dropped by Steve Borthwick

Daily Mirror

Borthwick’s bold Smith pick comes because England are playing catchup

Outstanding fly-half gets chance to dazzle against France while ‘mad dog’ Ellis Genge will make for a fascinating captain

The Guardian - UK

Tonight's rugby news as Gatland reveals where he sees Wales star's future and Borthwick explains shock Farrell axe call

The rugby news stories from Wales and beyond

Wales Online

England coach Steve Borthwick explains shock decision to drop Owen Farrell for Marcus Smith

For the first time since 2015, Farrell has been overlooked for the number 10 jersey

The Independent UK

Six Nations: Steve Borthwick points to track record of bold calls after dropping captain Owen Farrell

England boss no stranger to risk as he calls up Marcus Smith to start in England vs France

Evening Standard

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Daily Mirror

England fans react as Owen Farrell dropped by Steve Borthwick in huge Six Nations call

Steve Borthwick has stamped his authority on the England selection to face France, axing fly-half Owen Farrell in favour of Marcus Smith in what could be the start of a new era

The Independent UK

Owen Farrell demotion not based on kicking as Marcus Smith takes fly-half mantle

For the first time since 2015, Farrell has been overlooked for the number 10 jersey.

Manchester Evening News

Why Owen Farrell has been dropped for England vs France rugby in Six Nations

The England captain will start on the bench for England's biggest match of the Six Nations 2023 so far, with Marcus Smith taking the number ten shirt.

Evening Standard

England vs France, Six Nations 2023: Kick-off time, TV channel, team news, lineups, venue, odds today

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Daily Mirror

England team confirmed as skipper Owen Farrell dropped for Six Nations clash with France

Marcus Smith has been recalled by Steve Borthwick for Saturday's clash at fly-half while Ellis Genge will lead out his side at Twickenham

Evening Standard

England confirm Marcus Smith recall for France Six Nations clash as Owen Farrell dropped

Steve Borthwick aims for up-tempo game at Twickenham with major selection decision

The Guardian - UK

Steve Borthwick urges England’s Marcus Smith to hurt France with pace

Steve Borthwick believes Marcus Smith, who he has chosen ahead of Owen Farrell for Saturday’s Six Nations match against France, can help his side maintain a quick tempo

The Independent UK

England name Marcus Smith at fly-half as captain Owen Farrell dropped

Ellis Genge captains the side for the first time for the Guinness Six Nations clash with France.

The Independent UK

Dropping Owen Farrell for Marcus Smith is a ‘great call’, says ex-England coach Clive Woodward

Farrell’s lack of form this spring is a concern for coach Steve Borthwick ahead of the Rugby World Cup later this year

The Independent UK

England vs France team news: Line-ups ahead of Six Nations fixture

Everything you need to know ahead of the Six Nations clash at Twickenham

Daily Mirror

Ellis Genge in line for England captaincy with Steve Borthwick set to drop Owen Farrell

Ellis Genge, who was the triumphant captain under Steve Borthwick at Leicester, has long been a leader of this England team and he is now set to take over from Owen Farrell

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