'A bit of swagger': Freeman laps up talk of Six Nations glory

England will embrace the expectation surrounding their bid to end the wait for a Six Nations title, according to Tommy Freeman.

- Gerard Meagher

The centre says his side will "have a bit of swagger" during the Championship.

Accusations of English arrogance, particularly from their Six Nations rivals, are nothing new, but the best England sides have not wanted for self-belief and Freeman says they intend to puff out their chests as they seek to extend their 11-match winning run.

Such confidence is reflective of the mood in the camp. Steve Borthwick has told us repeatedly how he expects Wales to play on Saturday and has challenged England to ensure they are in the hunt for the grand slam on Super Saturday - the final round of the championship on 14 March - when they face France in Paris, urging supporters to "flood across the Channel".

Jamie George, who will captain the side against Wales, has explained how he is fed up with finishing second. England are targeting a first title since 2020 and a first clean sweep in a decade, while the Rugby Football Union has tasked Borthwick with winning international competitions "consistently" in its strategic plan.