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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.

The Independent UK

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.

Manchester Evening News

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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

Daily Mirror

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

Evening Standard

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 Guardian - 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

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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

The Independent UK

England vs France: Marcus Smith set to start as Ellis Genge named captain for Six Nations showdown

Marcus Smith is set to start at fly-half for England against France at Twickenham on Saturday, with Owen Farrell taking a seat on the bench.

Evening Standard

Steve Borthwick to drop Owen Farrell and play Marcus Smith against France

England head coach is ready to relegate fly-half to the bench after his poor form with Ellis Genge set to captain side for crunch clash

The Guardian - UK

England's Marcus Smith set to oust Owen Farrell in remarkable Six Nations turnaround

Steve Borthwick is set to select Marcus Smith ahead of Owen Farrell at fly-half for England's crunch Six Nations clash against France at Twickenham on Saturday

Daily Mirror

Clive Woodward admits "concerns over England confusion" as he calls for key decision

Marcus Smith has been recalled by England ahead of this weekend's Six Nations clash against France, amid kicking problems for Owen Farrell who has turned to Jonny Wilkinson for help

Daily Mirror

England's Owen Farrell joins forces with Jonny Wilkinson as Marcus Smith is recalled

Steve Borthwick has opted for Marcus Smith ahead of George Ford in the Six Nations squad to face France, but he was dealt a blow after losing Courtney Lawes for rest of championship

Daily Mirror

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Charlie Hodgson says England must win "mind game" to beat France - and pick just one 10

England take on France in a huge Six Nations showdown at Twickenham on Saturday, and Charlie Hodgson has detailed what Steve Borthwick's men must do to claim victory

The Independent UK

Owen Farrell v Marcus Smith – The battle to be England’s first-choice fly-half

Smith is challenging Farrell for the number 10 jersey.

Evening Standard

Six Nations: Marcus Smith and Owen Farrell in training ground showdown for starting spot against France

England set to decide between star fly-halves for Twickenham clash

Wales Online

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The Independent UK

Marcus Smith wins George Ford duel ahead of France clash

Smith has been included in a reduced 27-man squad at the expense of his playmaking rival

Evening Standard

England team news vs France: Courtney Lawes ruled out of Six Nations as Marcus Smith picked over George Ford

England have suffered a sizeable injury blow with Courtney Lawes ruled out of the remainder of the Six Nations.

Wales Online

Tonight's rugby news as Wales coach identifies future number 10 who can emulate Dan Carter

The latest rugby headlines and news bulletins from Wales and beyond

The Guardian - UK

Owen Farrell calls on Jonny Wilkinson to solve goalkicking troubles

Owen Farrell has enlisted the help of Jonny Wilkinson to solve his goalkicking troubles before the crunch Six Nations match with France on Saturday

The Independent UK

Courtney Lawes ruled out of France clash but Marcus Smith in line to feature for England

Smith has been retained ahead of fellow fly-half George Ford

Bristol Post

Steve Borthwick trims his England squad to 27 ahead of France in the Six Nations

England host France at Twickenham in Round four of the 2023 Guinness Six Nations

The Independent UK

Marcus Smith retained in England squad for France Six Nations clash

George Ford has been omitted from the 27-man group retained for the Twickenham showdown on Saturday.

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