Woodward backs Johnson for England skipper's job

Suspended England skipper Martin Johnson is set to lead his country in the Six Nations Championship opener against Wales on February 3.

Sun, 07 Jan, 2001 - 11:47

Suspended England skipper Martin Johnson is set to lead his country in the Six Nations Championship opener against Wales on February 3.

Johnson, currently serving a 35-day ban, will retain the job when England boss Clive Woodward announces his Six Nations squad later this week.

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