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Borthwick turned down my offer to work with England - Edwards

Decorated defence guru Shaun Edwards says his offer to work for England at the forthcoming World Cup was turned down by head coach Steve Borthwick.

Borthwick turned down my offer to work with England - Edwards

Rugby defense expert Shaun Edwards claims that England coach Steve Borthwick rejected his offer to join the England rugby staff. Edwards, who helped France win consecutive Six Nations championships, was released by France after six years as an assistant to Fabien Galthie. England struggled in his absence, winning just one game since 1987, which sparked speculation about a potential return for Edwards, who has led the England women's team on a short-term basis.

Edwards said he had a frank conversation with Borthwick, expressing his willingness to become the assistant kit man if his services were needed. Borthwick, however, stated that he was content with his current coaching staff and planned to maintain the status quo. Edwards, now coaching Argentina's defense until the end of the Rugby World Cup, hinted at a possible reunion with his former France colleagues in Paris, but expressed more enthusiasm for Argentina's upcoming training session.

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