Kevin Sinfield continues with England's rugby coaching, aiming to over-deliver despite earlier plans to step down.

The Rugby Football Union has confirmed that Kevin Sinfield will continue his involvement with the senior England men’s national team, extending his tenure as an assistant coach.

England assistant coach Kevin Sinfield will be stepping down from his role following the summer series this year.

Following England’s 23-29 loss to Scotland, back-row Lewis Ludlam says that he and his international teammates are “heading in the right direction”.

Ahead of England’s Guinness Six Nations opener against Scotland on Saturday afternoon, full-back Freddie Steward hopes that the tournament’s kick-off this weekend can be a reminder of what rugby can do for its community.

Defence coach Kevin Sinfield says that England captain, Owen Farrell “understands tackle height stuff” with the fly-half currently serving a ban for a high shot against Gloucester in the Gallagher Premiership.