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Borthwick backs rival Townsend
Western Daily Press
|February 11, 2026
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ENGLAND head coach Steve Borthwick insists he is surprised by the scrutiny of Gregor Townsend's position as Scotland boss ahead of Saturday's Guinness Six Nations clash at Murrayfield, writes Duncan Bech.
The Scots are reeling after being ambushed 18-15 by Italy in Rome, plunging them to tenth in the global rankings behind the Azzurri and placing doubt over Townsend's ability to continue until the 2027 Rugby World Cup as contracted.
Former national team captain John Barclay declared this week that if they fail to finish in the top three then it “becomes a necessity to see a change”.
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