Ex-Bristol flanker El-Abd to coach England defence
Written by I Dig Sports
Former Bristol flanker Joe el-Abd has been hired as England's defence coach, replacing Irishman Felix Jones.
El-Abd, 44, will come into the England set-up in time for their autumn campaign, which begins against New Zealand on 2 November, but will initially combine his duties with those as head coach of current club Oyonnax.
Only once the second-tier French side finish their 2024-25 campaign will El-Abd work full-time with England.
"I am excited by the direction in which this England team is headed and where they want to go under Steve Borthwick's leadership," said El-Abd.
"His enthusiasm is infectious, and his vision for this team is clear.
"Defence is a huge part of the game and it's something I'm extremely passionate about."
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