Rugby Six Nations

The two countries clash at Twickenham tonight in what amounts to a Six Nations title eliminator. Marcus Smith has been given the keys to No.10 yet it is the ...

“Twickenham is a temple of world rugby, where rugby was born,” he said. “In 90% of the cases we’ve done that. We respect them because they’re rigorous, proud, when they sing God Save the King.” even if they aren't at their best. “Smith knows how to do it, he might be more dangerous than Farrell,” said the scrum-half. If we look at our path for four years, and 33 matches, we’ve always battled to win games.

England: 15. Freddie Steward, 14. Max Malins, 13. Henry Slade, 12. Ollie Lawrence, 11. Anthony Watson, 10. Marcus Smith, 9. Jack van Poortvliet, 1. Ellis Genge, ...

And then there is the level that Dorian has reached at club level since the start of the season. France head coach Fabien Galthie on choosing Aldegheri in the front row: He plays in Toulouse, in this big club which has dominated French rugby for a few years, and which is in the process of becoming number one in his club. His connection with the other two front row players Julien (Marchand) and Cyril (Baille) is important. Melvyn Jaminet and Moefana are named amongst the replacements. Maro Itoje and Ollie Chessum take point in the second row, with Lewis Ludlam, Jack Willis and Alex Dombrandt making up a power-packed back row. Cros, Charles Ollivon and Gregory Alldritt complete the pack. Apart from that switch, the team is unchanged from Wales. Thomas Ramos makes his fourth consecutive start of the campaign at full-back. However, both teams are coming off the back of strong wins, with England pushing through Wales in Cardiff, while France edged Scotland in Paris. We preferred to start with Dorian thinking that Sipili will bring us all the energy we need to finish the match. “I consider every aspect and you would expect me to consider every aspect as I try and do this job as thoroughly as possible. The game will be broadcast live on ITV 1.

Steve Borthwick aiming for huge result at Twickenham after bold Marcus Smith selection call.

Their last win at English rugby headquarters was in a World Cup warm-up match in 2007. England vs France prediction While France are still favourites, the Six Nations hasn’t quite gone to plan for them so far. England vs France lineups [Ellis Genge](/topic/ellis-genge) skippers the team in his absence. How to watch England vs France