"It was planned" - Joe Marler gives brilliant interview after outrageous assist against Japan
Rugby NewsSunday, 17 September 2023 at 22:29
England prop Joe Marler spoke to ITV on how he assisted Courtney Lawes's try during England's 34-12 win against Japan in Nice.
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One fan wrote: "A really impressive training ground move there from England - Marler’s look of fake surprise finished it off perfectly.'
A second commented: "Comedy try but we’ll take it! Off the nut and Marler with assist"
Another said: "Interesting from England. Lovely wee knock down with the head from Marler. Definitely meant it…"
A fourth wrote: "Cannot believe its try after a header from Joe Marler ,he has after all contributed something except yap albeit accidentally"
Joe Marler assist:
England player ratings vs Japan:
1 Joe Marler: Highly disruptive in the breakdown and a dominant force in the scrum. An exceptional performance highlighted by a clever assist late on. 8/10
2 Jamie George: A remarkable display by the Saracens hooker, standing out as one of the truly world-class players on the England team 8/10
3 Kyle Sinckler: Played like a player just coming back from injury. England will need more from him moving forward. 6/10
4 Maro Itoje: An inconsistent showing, yet always remained engaged in the thick of the action.7/10
5 Ollie Chessum: Worked relentless at the coal face for England, carrying strongly and tackling well. 8/10
6 Courtney Lawes (c): Reliably puts in the effort, and demonstrated remarkable composure to convert a goal from Joe Marler's inventive header assist. 7/10
7 Ben Earl: Brought no shortage of dynamism to the game. - 8/10
8 Lewis Ludlam: Secured England's initial try and consistently stood out as one of their top-performing players. An immense force when carrying the ball. 7/10
9 Alex Mitchell: Kicked it a lot, and not well. 5/10
10 George Ford: A unimpressive first half, missing one easy kick as well as having a clearance charged down, but took the game by the scruff go the neck in the second half. 7.5/10
11 Elliot Daly: Clumsy again with the ball in hand. Didn't look dangerous at all. 5/10
12 Manu Tuilagi: England need to get him in the game more. Only three carries. 6/10
13 Joe Marchant: 7/10
14 Jonny May He provided zero offensive contribution and incurred a costly three-point penalty for his team due to an absurd off-the-ball tackle. While he chased effectively, it's clear that mere effort is insufficient at this level. 4/10
15 Freddie Steward: In the opening half, Air-Steward didn't quite find his usual form, but he made a remarkable comeback in the second half, highlighted by a splendid try resulting from George Ford's skillful cross-field kick. 8/10
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