England's Woes: Brian Moore Blasts Itoje and Referee After Controversial Doris Tackle

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England's Woes: Brian Moore Blasts Itoje and Referee After Controversial Doris Tackle – Is This the Final Straw? 💥⚡

2025/02/06 Report

England Rugby’s Six Nations Struggles: Brian Moore’s Bold Critique of Referee and Maro Itoje’s Leadership

In a Six Nations clash filled with tension and drama, former England star Brian Moore has raised eyebrows with his fiery critique of England's performance, particularly focusing on referee Ben O’Keeffe and captain Maro Itoje’s role in their defeat to Ireland. The controversy over a shoulder-to-neck tackle by Irish captain Caelan Doris has left fans questioning the officiating decisions, while Moore suggests Itoje's leadership and connection with referees may have contributed to England’s downfall.

The Disappointing Defeat: England’s Promising Start Turned Sour Against Ireland

England's Six Nations match against Ireland started off with high hopes. Leading 10-5 at the 50-minute mark, the Red Rose seemed poised to secure a much-needed victory. However, the match took a dramatic turn. England lost control, allowing Ireland to score three tries in quick succession.

What had seemed like a strong position suddenly crumbled, leaving England with yet another defeat, this time by a 27-22 scoreline. The loss deepened the team’s ongoing struggles, adding to their growing list of disappointing results in recent months. England’s inability to close out the match was a bitter pill to swallow, but for Moore, the match was not only about missed opportunities on the field—it was about some questionable decisions made by the officials, which he believes played a significant role in the outcome.

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