Terrified of Le Wilko: the French do their best to stop Jonny Wilkinson Photo: PA The thunder and fearlessness of England in Paris yesterday shook France to their boots. But why do we have to be underdogs to play like that? It wouldn’t have bothered me if England had won by a boring 3-0 and I don’t think it would have bothered the fans. If they had edged France by a penalty goal – and they were there for the taking – thousands of Englishmen would have been belting out Wonderwall in the rain.   Related Articles Paul Ackford: highs, lows and lessons France v England: player ratings Six Nations action Sport on television England stick with French demolition squad for Six Nations finale against Scotland Small steps: how Edwyn Collins learnt to draw again When Jonny Wilkinson came on in the second half you could see the fear in French eyes. They are terrified of Le Wilko. Even the crowd cheered with relief when Jonny got hurt.[Read more...]