Tag: Farrell
Owen Farrell: Former England captain admits social media abuse ‘hard to get away from’ | Rugby Union News
Owen Farrell said he still felt the sting of social media abuse during the Rugby World Cup, even though he deleted his accounts during the tournament. Former England captain Farrell was the target of critics during the World Cup and announced at the end of November he would step back from international rugby to protect…
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Owen Farrell: Stuart Lancaster says former captain has another Rugby World Cup in him, and understands Racing 92 move | Rugby Union News
Former England head coach Stuart Lancaster has told Sky Sports Owen Farrell can play for England again and “has the 2027 World Cup in him.” Lancaster was instrumental in the signing of Owen Farrell last month for French Top 14 side Racing 92 where the former England head coach is now in charge of the…
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Six Nations: Peter O’Mahony to captain Ireland for 2024 tournament as Andy Farrell names squad | Rugby Union News
Peter O’Mahony will lead Ireland’s defence of their Six Nations title in 2024. The flanker takes over as captain from Jonny Sexton, who called time on his international career following last year’s Rugby World Cup. O’Mahony has previously captained Ireland on 10 occasions and will lead the team out when they begin their 2024 Six…
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Owen Farrell: Marcus Smith says it was ‘quite scary’ to see England captain step down | Rugby Union News
Marcus Smith on Owen Farrell’s decision to take a break from international rugby: “It’s quite scary to be honest because when you see such a powerful person having to step down in the game, it almost reminds you that mentally we’re all human and we all feel the same feelings” Last Updated: 04/12/23 10:42pm Please…
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Owen Farrell: Saracens boss Mark McCall blasts ‘shameful’ treatment of England captain | Rugby Union News
Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall hopes Owen Farrell’s decision to take a break from international rugby to prioritise his mental well-being will prove to be a wake-up call for the sport; the England captain announced on Wednesday he will not play in next year’s Six Nations Last Updated: 30/11/23 4:29pm Please use Chrome browser…
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Rugby World Cup: George Ford, Owen Farrell start for England vs Samoa | Marcus Smith benched | Rugby Union News
George Ford starts at fly-half for England against Samoa while Owen Farrell captains the side from inside centre; England assured of top spot in Pool D after winning first three games By Michael Cantillon Last Updated: 05/10/23 4:30pm Owen Farrell and George Ford have both been named to start for England vs Samoa in Rugby…
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England should avoid George Ford and Owen Farrell combination at Rugby World Cup, says Luther Burrell | Rugby Union News
The talk of who should start at fly-half for England continues as George Ford, Owen Farrell and Marcus Smith fight for the coveted No 10 position; England next face Samoa on October 7, where victory will ensure they top their pool group ahead of the knockout stages Last Updated: 28/09/23 1:13pm Please use Chrome browser…
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Billy Vunipola and Owen Farrell to miss England’s World Cup opener against Argentina
Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player ‘Not as bad as it could have been’ – Billy Vunipola’s ban is a setback but could have been worse, reports James Cole ‘Not as bad as it could have been’ – Billy Vunipola’s ban is a setback but could have been worse, reports James…
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Owen Farrell omitted from England side to play Ireland in Rugby World Cup warm-up as disciplinary fallout continues
England captain Owen Farrell is out of the side to play Ireland Owen Farrell has been left out of England head coach Steve Borthwick’s match day 23 to face Ireland at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin on Saturday. Farrell was due to feature in the Rugby World Cup warm-up fixture but has now been removed…
Read More Don’t give Owen Farrell the David Beckham treatment after red card, says Kevin Sinfield
England captain Owen Farrell receives greater criticism that anyone else, says defence coach Kevin Sinfield England defence coach Kevin Sinfield hopes Owen Farrell is not subjected to the treatment David Beckham received at the 1998 Football World Cup in the wake of his overturned red card. Farrell’s sending-off against Wales on Saturday was rescinded in…
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