■By BEN JAYCOCK ENGLAND A head coach Mark Mapletoft has warned that the Prem’s free-scoring stars must develop a greater appreciation of defence if they are to make the step up to international rugby. The one-cap England fly-half has enjoyed…
England A head coach Mark Mapletoft warned Premiership players that they must develop stronger defensive appreciation to succeed in international rugby. Despite enjoying the prolific attacking rugby played in the Premiership this season, Mapletoft believes clubs need greater balance between offence and defence.
The head of England pathways highlighted the struggles of English clubs in European competition as evidence of defensive necessity. Mapletoft, who previously specialized in coaching attack, emphasized that the world's best international teams rely heavily on defensive solidity.
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