Ireland v England: Alex Goode a 'perfect fit' to replace Mike Brown at full-back in Six Nations showdown
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Ireland v England: Alex Goode a 'perfect fit' to replace Mike Brown at full-back in Six Nations showdown
England have stated in no uncertain terms that the loss of their bristling full-back Mike Brown will not lessen their aggressive edge, with the backs coach, Andy Farrell, declaring: “We have enough enforcers in the side to make our stamp on the game.
” Brown was withdrawn from consideration following a second reaction to the return-to-play process he was undergoing after being knocked out against Italy almost a fortnight ago.
The Harlequins full-back, player of the entire championship last season, will be replaced by Saracens’ Alex Goode, a player described by Farrell as “a perfect fit”.…
” Brown was withdrawn from consideration following a second reaction to the return-to-play process he was undergoing after being knocked out against Italy almost a fortnight ago.
The Harlequins full-back, player of the entire championship last season, will be replaced by Saracens’ Alex Goode, a player described by Farrell as “a perfect fit”.…
