England have been dealt even more blows ahead of their 6 Nation’s opener against Scotland in Twickenham on February 6th.
Coach Eddie Jones has missed a section of England’s training as the England boss has been self isolating.
Forward’s coach Matt Proudfoot tested positive for COVID-19 meaning that both Jones and attack coach Simon Amor have to self isolate.
Joe Launchbury & Joe Marler both out of England’s 6N squad. Launchbury (who’s been outstanding this season) with a leg injury, Marler for personal reasons. Charlie Ewels & Wasps’ Tom West called up @ITVRugby
— Nick Mullins (@andNickMullins) January 25, 2021
Both forwards will be wiuthdrawn with Launchbury suffering a leg fracture and missing through injury while Joe Marler has decided not to travel to the team for personal reasons.
The English prop has decided not to join the teams bubble for the entire campaign as it would take him away from his family in a very tough time which is completely understandable.
Always grateful for the opportunity so not an easy decision, but want to do right by my family in these crazy times and won’t be meeting up with the squad for this tournament. Look forward to watching the team rip in. Go well 🌹 x
— Joe Marler (@JoeMarler) January 25, 2021
Jones has responded to the withdrawals by calling Bath player Charlie Ewels and uncapped prop Tom West who plays for Wasps.
Will England win the 6 Nations this year or has their squad been thrown into disarray.