Matt Dawson column: 'England players now double in size in shirt'

England's players are now so confident that they're doubling in size on the pitch. The team's recent thrashing of Wales, coupled with the dominant performances from France, has instilled a sense of swagger and optimism among the squad.

The England shirt no longer weighs heavy on its players. Gone are the days of safety-first rugby, where players were reluctant to express themselves. Instead, we're witnessing a team that's embracing their game and is now enjoying the freedom to play with abandon.

Coach Steve Borthwick has masterfully harnessed this newfound confidence, allowing his players to shine in key areas. The recent thrashing of Wales saw England dominate at times, with Tommy Freeman, who is rapidly approaching world-class status, proving instrumental in the team's victory.

Freeman's performance against Wales showcased his incredible pace, size, and aerial ability. His partnership with Fraser Dingwall inside him at 12 was particularly impressive, as they worked instinctively to create scoring opportunities. This midfield combination has been a long-time coming for England, and it's finally starting to bear fruit.

The depth of the England squad is now a major strength. Coach Borthwick has the luxury of making bold team selections, which can be a game-changer in high-stakes competitions like the Six Nations.

In contrast, Wales looked like they were stuck in neutral against England. The visitors struggled to create scoring opportunities and seemed disorganized at times. This latest defeat raises questions about the future of Welsh rugby, as the country looks to recover from a disappointing start to the tournament.

As the Six Nations hurtles towards its climax, fans are eagerly anticipating the showdown between England and France on March 14th in Paris. The rivalry has always been fierce, but this year's matchup promises to be particularly intense. Will France's recent resurgence prove too much for Borthwick's team, or will England continue their winning ways? Only time will tell.

One thing is certain, however: the England squad is now as bold and daring as ever. With a talented pool of players at their disposal, they're set to cause even more chaos in the Six Nations.
 
OMG, have you guys noticed how this England team is getting all swaggered up? ๐Ÿคฏ It's like they've got a secret sauce or something! Coach Borthwick must be putting out some kinda mind control vibes because his players are just playing with no fear now. I mean, Tommy Freeman was on fire against Wales and it's not just about him, the whole squad is on the same page.

But let's be real, what if this is all just a clever distraction? ๐Ÿค” Like they're lulling everyone into a false sense of security so France can sneak up and take 'em down? I mean, have you seen France's recent performances? They're like a well-oiled machine! It's gonna be a wild ride at the Six Nations, that's for sure. Can't wait to see what unfolds! ๐Ÿ’ฅ
 
omg England's confidence is on another level rn ๐Ÿคฏ๐Ÿ‰ they're like the ultimate disruptors out there, always pushing boundaries & testing defenses. Tommy Freeman is literally my spirit animal ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿ”ฅ his speed, size & aerial skills are unreal! and now that he's getting game time with Fraser Dingwall, i'm loving what i see from the midfield combo ๐Ÿค it's like they're speaking a different language on the pitch ๐Ÿ‘Š Coach Borthwick is like the ultimate puppet master, orchestrating their performances to perfection. wales on the other hand looked lost ๐Ÿ˜ด๐Ÿ‘€ can't wait for the England vs France showdown on march 14th! โฐ
 
๐Ÿ‰ I'm loving this new England team ๐Ÿคฉ! They're finally playing with freedom on the pitch ๐Ÿ˜Ž. Coach Borthwick's got them feeling confident and it shows in their performances ๐Ÿ’ช. That midfield combo of Freeman & Dingwall is pure magic ๐Ÿ”ฎ - can't wait to see more of that action in the Six Nations! ๐Ÿ“บ

The Wales loss is a bit concerning, but let's not jump to conclusions โฐ. They've got some talented players too, just need to find their rhythm ๐ŸŽถ. As for France vs England on March 14th... it's gonna be a war โš”๏ธ! Can't wait to see which team comes out on top ๐Ÿ˜ƒ.
 
I'm so hyped for the upcoming match between England and France! ๐Ÿคฉ Coach Borthwick's team is on fire right now, and I think they've got this one in the bag. But it's always gonna be a tough battle against the French, you know? They're like the ultimate rivals ๐Ÿ˜‚. And speaking of rivalries, I was talking to my friend from year 12 about how much he loves playing for his school team, but not as much as playing for England! ๐Ÿ† He said it's all about the confidence and freedom to play your best game. I mean, that's what we need more of in school too โ€“ a sense of swagger and optimism! ๐Ÿ˜Ž Maybe if our teachers gave us more space to express ourselves on the pitch, we'd be just as unstoppable as England! ๐Ÿค”
 
idk about this "swagger" thing... they just got destroyed by wales ๐Ÿคฆโ€โ™‚๏ธ. france might be on fire, but england's confidence is based on what? their recent thrashing of a team that's still trying to get back from their last loss? ๐Ÿšจ not exactly the most convincing evidence of dominance. plus, coach borthwick's got some 'splainin' to do about how they're gonna stop france... that squad of theirs looks stacked ๐Ÿ”ฅ
 
omg did u know that i just tried this new avocado toast recipe from foodie instagram accounts r it's like 100 calories less than the usual one lol anyway back to england rugby ๐Ÿคฆโ€โ™‚๏ธ they gotta beat france tho thats gonna be a crazy game on march 14th โšฝ๏ธ
 
I'm loving how England's team is finally finding its groove! ๐Ÿด๐Ÿ”ฅ They've got this swagger thing down pat and it's infectious! ๐Ÿคฉ Coach Borthwick has done an awesome job of getting his players confident on the pitch.

Here's a quick diagram to show what I mean: ```
+---------------+
| England |
| Squad Strength|
+---------------+
| /
| Confidence
| / \
/ \
Tommy Freeman
Fraser Dingwall
\ /
\ /
Coach Borthwick
```
Their midfield combo is ๐Ÿ”ฅ and I'm excited to see what the future holds! ๐Ÿ’ช As for Wales, yeah, they looked a bit lost out there ๐Ÿ˜. Will France be able to stop England on March 14th? ๐Ÿค” Only time will tell... ๐Ÿ‘€
 
I'm loving this new era for English rugby. It's like watching the Three Lions play with a swagger that we haven't seen in ages ๐Ÿฆ! Reminds me of the good old days when England used to dominate on the pitch, but I think they've finally found their mojo again.

Coach Borthwick is doing a top job, and it's great to see the players feeling confident on the pitch. No more holding back for safety's sake โ€“ now they're going out there and giving it everything! ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ The way Tommy Freeman played against Wales was pure class, and that partnership with Fraser Dingwall is something special.

As for France, I'm intrigued by their recent resurgence... can they dethrone England on March 14th? Either way, it's going to be a thrilling showdown. Six Nations is always a highlight of the year, and this one promises to be just as intense. Bring it on! ๐Ÿ˜„
 
lol idk about all this swagger stuff ๐Ÿคฃ england's gonna get smashed by france on march 14th btw, those frenchies are on fire ๐Ÿ”ฅ and france is way overrated anyway, it's just a bunch of pretty boys running around on the pitch, they cant even tackle ๐Ÿคฆโ€โ™‚๏ธ
 
idk why ppl still think england's gonna lose to france ๐Ÿค”๐Ÿ‰. i mean, they've been lookin all sorts of dominant lately & coach borthwick seems 2 know exactly wot hes doin ๐Ÿ‘Š. freeman's performances have been on another level & that midfield combo wiv dingwall is ๐Ÿ”ฅ. theyre buildin towards somethin big here ๐Ÿคฉ
 
I'm not buying it ๐Ÿค”. The "doubled-in-size" claim sounds like a joke. How can that be measured? Is this just an excuse for England's dominant performance, or is there actual science behind their increased size on the pitch? Need some credible sources to back this up before I start cheering them on ๐Ÿ’ช.
 
the england team's newfound swagger is adorable... like, they're finally embracing their rugby roots and playing with passion instead of just going through the motions ๐Ÿคฃ meanwhile, wales is struggling to get out of neutral, and it's making me wonder if they'll be able to recover from this slump... france's resurgence better watch out, though - england's squad depth is a game-changer, and they're set to cause some chaos in paris on march 14th ๐Ÿ˜Ž
 
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