🏉 Shaun Edwards: The Great ‘What If’ for England Rugby? 🏉
Rumour has it that England might once again miss a golden opportunity to bring the legendary Shaun Edwards on board. Despite his incredible track record, Edwards seems destined to remain a coach England has never had.
During a recent BBC Rugby podcast, former England players Danny Care and Ugo Monye shared their thoughts on why Edwards isn’t joining the ranks. Monye praised Edwards as one of the best, with a whopping 56 major titles under his belt. “He’s not just any coach; he’s a legend,” Monye exclaimed.
Care, however, highlighted the RFU’s recent decision to back Steve Borthwick’s current coaching lineup, making it unlikely they’d shake things up by adding Edwards now. “Switching coaches suddenly would contradict their recent statements,” Care noted.
The question remains: Could Edwards ever be tempted back to his roots? With his exit from France seemingly on the horizon, it could be the perfect time for England to reconsider. But for now, it looks like Edwards might take a breather and see what opportunities arise post-World Cup.
Chris Jones, BBC Rugby correspondent, even suggested the odds of Edwards joining England are slim. “Why is he leaving France? Is it technical, personal, or something else?” Jones pondered.
It seems Borthwick favours coaches he knows well, making a potential Edwards appointment even more unlikely. But with his renowned expertise, wouldn’t he be a game-changer for England?
Could this be another chapter in the RFU’s “costly mistakes”? Your thoughts? 🤔
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