Martin Johnson

Martin Johnson Denies Jonny Wilkinson is Getting Preferential Treatment
30-year-old being released to play for Toulon while Danny Cipriani remains sidelined

Martin Johnson Happy Despite Fans' Frustration With Stolid England
Martin Johnson praised England's performance against Argentina but the team received a slow-hand clap send-off

Martin Johnson Warns England of Argentina Threat
The Pumas should provide a serious test to England at Old Trafford, says Martin Johnson

Martin Johnson to Leave Danny Cipriani Out of England Tour Party
The Wasps fly-half Danny Cipriani, who is on standby for the Lions tour of South Africa, is set to play in the Churchill Cup for England's second team

Life Without Bruises Leaves Martin Johnson's Head Spinning
Martin Johnson tells Donald McRae about the difference between being a legendary player and an inexperienced manager

England Leave Cipriani Out in the Cold
Danny Cipriani has been ditched by England team manager Martin Johnson for the Six Nations opener against Italy

All Too Human Johnson Has a World of Worry in His Hands
Richard Williams: Martin Johnson is facing intolerable pressures as he prepares to lead England into the Six Nations

Johnson Trusts in Old Guard But Finds Space for Foden
The England manager, Martin Johnson, has been forced into a predictable selection policy as the Six Nations looms

Solid Forward Thinking Underpins England's Plan to Cut Loose
Eddie Butler: Martin Johnson has kept faith with his pack in the hope that continuity and confidence can help breed invention in the back line

England Need Time to Gain Experience, Say Johnson and Andrew
Martin Johnson and Rob Andrew insist the young England team can improve and compete with the best

Saracens Salute Borthwick, a Hard Man in the Johnno Mould
Saracens' director of rugby Eddie Jones thinks that new signing Steve Borthwick could be the club's Martin Johnson

Irish-Aussie Smith is New England Attack Coach
England coach Martin Johnson has recruited London Irish director of rugby Brian Smith to his coaching staff

Barwell Blasts 'arrogant' Union
The Northampton owner has criticized the RFU's handling of the fixture list and urged Martin Johnson to put its amateur past behind him

Tough Guy Johnson Reads Riot Act to England's Callow Youth
Martin Johnson will not put up with any unprofessional behavior from his players while he is England manager

Johnson Places Trust in 'men of Good Character'
Martin Johnson hopes to bring the focus on the England team back toward the playing field

Dawn of New Era Brings Fresh Problems for England's Novice Manager
Martin Johnson has made some bold omissions in the first England elite squad, but that is just the start of his hard work, writes Robert Kitson

Johnson Wields the Axe As Tindall, Kay and Strettle Head England Absentees
Mike Tindall and Ben Kay have failed to make new manager Martin Johnson's first England squad

Johnno's In-tray
When Martin Johnson takes over as England manager, he will have to address several key issues to reverse the side's slump in form, writes Michael Aylwin

Johnson Charged With Drawing Up New Code of Conduct for England
Martin Johnson is to create new rules for his players in an effort to end distractions

Future Far From All Black for England
Paul Rees: Even though England were thrashed by New Zealand in the Under-20 World Cup final, the tournament threw up plenty of positives for Martin Johnson

Johnson's First Task: Rescue World Cup Winners From Tabloid Hell
Martin Johnson needs to end the off-the-field distractions that have plagued England since 2003

Johnson's Youthful Side Must Be Wary of Watchful Eyes
Paul Rees: The days of tours being a chance for players to let their hair down are gone, and Martin Johnson must lay down the law for his young side

Talisman Sheridan Adds Nous to New-look England
Andrew Sheridan is the sole survivor from World Cup final XV as Martin Johnson's new era takes bold first step at Eden Park

Johnson Keeps Low Profile As England's Reserves Make Little Impression
Martin Johnson sees his first selection bullied up front by Barbarians' negative tactics, writes Paul Rees

New Zealander Hartley Picked As England Turn to Imported Steel
Martin Johnson has named Bath lock Steve Borthwick to captain England on their tour of New Zealand

Johnson Launches New England Era
Martin Johnson has picked the best young players in England, but wisely he has not taken any undue risks, says Robert Kitson

Johnson Set to Rest Key Players From Kiwi Tour
Martin Johnson is encountering similar problems to his predecessors with numerous players unavailable for the Kiwi tour

Mallinder Dismisses England and Focuses on Saints
Saints chairman Keith Barwell urged Martin Johnson to get a move on if he wants Jim Mallinder as England's attack coach

Johnson Era Begins With a Notable Lack of 'wow'
Martin Johnson was finally presented to the world as England team manager but he gave little away on his plans for the future, writes Eddie Butler

With Ashes Still Smouldering, Johnson Arrives
England's new leader Martin Johnson wants a collective effort to move on from a turbulent beginning, writes Richard Williams

Johnson Moves in As Ashton Heads to Academy
During his first press conference Martin Johnson rebuffed the idea his lack of experience would hinder his performance as England coach

Johnson's England Must Expand Their Horizons
The makeup of Martin Johnson's coaching team could dictate how, and how well, his England team play, writes Paul Rees

A Messy Handover But the Baton Has Passed to a Man of Stature
Martin Johnson is the right man with the right experience, at the right time, to take England into a new and successful era, says Shaun Edwards

Old Guard Prove to Be Bedrock of the Future
Martin Johnson is symbolic of what English rugby is all about, and the RFU needs to tap into that again, says Eddie Butler

Johnson Set for a Foot in Two England Camps
Martin Johnson will keep his place on a new professional body even if he is named England national team manager

Edwards Stays With Wales
Shaun Edwards has rejected the chance to join Martin Johnson's England revolution and signed a contract which will keep him with Wasps and Wales until 2011

Corry Backs Former Team-mate Johnson for England Revamp
Rugby union: Former England captain Martin Corry added weight to the Martin Johnson supporter's camp, saying his appointment is essential for England success

Manager Johnson to Have Say in England Selection
Rugby union: Martin Johnson will not have a coaching role, but will help select the England team if and when his appointment is confirmed

Johnson Talks on Hold As Andrew Cries Off Sick
Rugby union: Rob Andrew has postponed his meeting with Martin Johnson after contracting a virus on holiday in Greece

Johnson Has Management Mettle But Will He Have Chemistry With Ashton?
Shaun Edwards: Any euphoria over Martin Johnson's return to the England fold must be tempered by understanding that management and coaching are very different beasts

Twickenham Gives Order to Continue Johnson Talks
Rugby union: The RFU are to continue talks to make Martin Johnson England team manager

Clubs Back Johnson for England Role
Rugby union: Premiership clubs are pressurizing the RFU to install Martin Johnson as No1 in the England coaching set-up

Martin Johnson Set to Take England Role
Martin Johnson is expected to be confirmed as England's general manager in time for their summer tour to New Zealand

Richards Joins in Calls for England Shake-up
Rugby union: Dean Richards and Martin Corry have spoken out in support of Martin Johnson's inclusion in the England set-up

Johnson Accepts Pgb Challenge
Rugby union: Former England captain Martin Johnson has been elected to the newly formed Professional Game Board

Johnson Rules Out Coaching Role With Lions or England
Rugby union: The Lions will have to look elsewhere for a homegrown coach after Martin Johnson ruled himself out of the reckoning

Johnson Sees Parallel With Crisis Turn-about of 2003
Rugby union: Martin Johnson says he believes that England have the big match nerve to retain their trophy in Paris.

Johno Masters Art of Understatement As Wilko Hits Heights
Will Buckley: England's stunning victory was almost as surprising as Martin Johnson's punditry.

Rugby Union: Martin Johnson on England's Hopes for the Six Nations
England's World Cup winning rugby captain, Martin Johnson, tells Jon Henderson that the national side need to gain some self-confidence if they are to pull succeed in the Six Nations.

Lions' Victory Slips Through Johnson's Fingers
Cricket: At the end of an epic night Martin Johnson saw glory slip through his fingers. By Eddie Butler

Rugby Union: Johnson Rules Himself Out
Martin Johnson has ruled himself out of the running to replace Andy Robinson, at least while Francis Baron remains at the RFU.

Rugby Union: Sack Robinson, Says Martin Johnson
England's World Cup winning captain blames the RFU for not dismissing beleaguered Andy Robinson after the Six Nations.

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Rugby Union: Deacon Given Chance to Shine Against Samoa
Andy Robinson is set to include Louis Deacon for his debut against Samoa, writes Robert Kitson. He may not be Martin Johnson, but he is the next best thing.

Rugby Union: Corry Takes Over at Leicester
England skipper Martin Corry has again emulated namesake Johnson by taking over as captain of Leicester.

Rugby: Johnson Ready for One Last Hurrah
The former Leicester, England and Lions captain Martin Johnson is ending his 17-year career with a testimonial match between teams from the two hemispheres.

Martin Johnson: The Greatest
Eddie Butler pays tribute to the incredible career of Martin Johnson.

Zurich Premiership Final: Leicester 14 - 39 Wasps
Rugby: Wasps played spoilers to Martin Johnson's retirement party as they secured a comfortable victory over Leicester in the Zurich Premiership Final.

Heavyweight Champion Faces Final Round
Rugby: Martin Johnson shares his thoughts with Robert Kitson , as the former world cup winning captain prepares for life after rugby.

Rugby Union: Green Looks to Close Wasps Chapter on a High
Prop Will Green will be missed by Wasps every bit as much as retiring team mates Martin Johnson and Neil Back.

Rugby Union: Premiership Play-off Semi-final: Wasps 43 Sale 22
The Premiership play-off between Leicester and Wasps will pit departing heroes Martin Johnson and Lawrence Dallaglio against one another.

Rugby Union: Zurich Premiership: Leicester 45 - 10 Wasps
Leicester trounced Wasps on Martin Johnson's home farewell, with Henry Tuilagi, in particular, seeing him off in style.

Rugby Union: Johnson Cleared to Play on for Tigers
Martin Johnson has avoided a three week ban that would have prematurely ended the 35- year-old's career.

Rugby Union: Hearings Threaten Tigers' Double Bid
Leicester's Martin Johnson and Martin Corry face suspensions for their misdemeanours at Saracens which could see them miss vital end-of-season games.

Interview With Martin Johnson
Rugby: As retirement looms, England's World Cup captain tells Donald McRae about his future plans, what awaits the Lions and his other sporting obsessions.

Rugby Union: Leicester 45 - 15 Sale
The imperious Martin Johnson powered Leicester to yet another impressive victory.

Rugby Union: Tigers to Dig Deep for Wells
Martin Johnson and Neil Back will be playing as much for their departing coach John Wells as they will for themselves in Dublin, writes Robert Kitson.

American Football: Super Bowl Xxxix: Martin Johnson
Martin Johnson displays an astonishing amount of American football expertise throughout our conversation. Just 'don't make me out to be a geek,' he says.

Rugby Union: Leicester 32 - 17 Harlequins
An enterprising and organised Quins side took advantage of a Leicester team who struggled without the services of Martin Johnson.

Johnson names his final day
Rugby union: The game on June 4 between a northern and southern hemisphere XV will be highly significant for both Martin Johnson and Jonah Lomu.

Rugby Union, Lions Tour of New Zealand: Johnson Rules Out Lions Return
England's World Cup winning captain Martin Johnson has confirmed he will not be available for the Lions tour to New Zealand this summer.

Johnson Drops Lions Hint
Martin Johnson seems to have ruled himself out of this summer's Lions tour as he will be involved in a testimonial game when the team is in New Zealand.

Rugby Union: Heineken Cup: Leicester v Wasps Preview
Martin Johnson and Lawrence Dallaglio will cross swords again in the pivotal pool match between Leicester and Wasps, says Michael Aylwin.

Rugby Union: Zurich Premiership: Leicester 28 - 13 Gloucester
A blood-stained Martin Johnson was the difference as injuries forced both clubs to plunder their reserves.

Martin Johnson Ready to Roar Again
August 31: Martin Johnson would like to win at least one trophy with Leicester this season. Anyone have a problem with that?

Rugby Union: Zurich Premiership: Wasps 17 - 48 Leicester
Wasps 17 - 48 LeicesterMay 9: Martin Johnson attributed Leicester's sensational assault on Wasps to a 'do or die' situation.

Rugby Union: Leicester Rule Out Johnson Replacing Richards
February 4: Leicester have ruled out promoting Martin Johnson to a role as a replacement for former director of rugby Dean Richards.

Frank Keating: Notes From the Touchline
Frank Keating: It is natural justice that Lawrence Dallaglio has been recalled as successor to the outgoing hosanna'd emeritus Martin Johnson.

Rugby Union: Captain Dallaglio Regains His Pride
January 29: Lawrence Dallaglio's career came full circle when he was restored as England's captain in succession to Martin Johnson.

Richard Williams on Martin Johnson's Retirement
Richard Williams: To those of us beyond the touchline Martin Johnson was a symbol, muddied and bloodied but always darkly glowing.

Heineken Cup: Leicester 49 - 7 Ulster
Leicester 49 - 7 Ulster If confirmation of Martin Johnson's retirement from international rugby did not startle many, the rejuvenation of his beloved Leicester certainly did.

Lewis Moody: Learning the Hard Way With Jonno
Lewis Moody has no idea what Martin Johnson is going to do, but he can weigh in with a tribute to the man.

Robert Kitson on England's Life After Martin Johnson
January 14: Martin Johnson was three players in one. England must now find a captain, a skilled lock and an inspirational warrior, says Robert Kitson.

Rugby Union: Gibbs Says Johnson is the Leading Player of His Generation
January 14: Former Wales captain Scott Gibbs has said that Martin Johnson will retire as the leading player of his generation.

Rugby Union: Johnson to End England Reign on Saturday
January 14: Martin Johnson is set to announce on Saturday that he is retiring as England captain after 84 caps.

Dallaglio Favourite to Regain the Lead
The post-Martin Johnson era is likely to see the player he replaced as the England captain four years ago - Lawrence Dallaglio - take over from him for the Six Nations campaign and beyond. Johnson, who is expected to announce the end of his 11-year, 84-cap international career...

Rugby Union: Johnson Set to Decide on His Future
January 8: England captain Martin Johnson is expected to announce next week whether he plans to contine in international rugby.

England Play the Critics Just for Laughs
November 19: Martin Johnson has won the latest pom-bashing round on points, says Robert Kitson.

England 35 - 22 Samoa
Full-time: England 35-22 Samoa. The England team funnel to clap the Samoans off. "Don't patronise Samoa, they could have beaten us here," says a clearly angry Martin Johnson afterwards. The papers will be full of criticism tomorrow, but the fact that remains that...

'Fierce and Menacing But Not a Thug'
October 18: He is 'one of the dirtiest captains in the world' but what is the truth about Martin Johnson?

Referees 'blind to Johnson Fouls'
Canada's coach David Clark has accused the England captain Martin Johnson of getting away with foul play.

Captain Fantastic Draws Strength to Survive the 'siege of Wellington'
June 16: When Martin Johnson's baby daughter Molly grows up, it will be no surprise if "The Siege of Wellington" is among the stories her old dad most enjoys recounting.

Johnson Has 'old-fashioned' Point to Prove
June 13: Ever since arriving in New Zealand the talk has been of "forward-dominated" England and Martin Johnson and the other senior players, have had enough.

Johnson Stays Focused to the Last
March 28: The two-time Lions captain Martin Johnson shared in England's previous grand slam but painful experience has taught him to assume nothing, particularly in Ireland.

Wilkinson to Lead England
The extraordinary ascent of Jonny Wilkinson continued yesterday when he was made England captain. He will lead his country against Italy in the Six Nations game at Twickenham on Sunday in place of Martin Johnson, who is suffering from a sore achilles tendon. Wilkinson, at 23 years and...

Johnson Strives to Erase Bad Memories
February 13: Having won five and lost five of his previous contests against France, Martin Johnson is refusing to underestimate the French.

Six party at max strength
'I have run out of words,' said Martin Johnson in his deadpan way. The England captain does world-weary better than anyone, and he was weary beyond worldliness. He was done, cooked and wanted to be out of there.

Murphy's claw
It was another comfortable win for the Tigers, suddenly nudging them up to the third place that will deliver a Premiership play-off, but overshadowing this surge and a backline cutting edge that delivered most of their six tries was yet another yellow card for Martin Johnson.

England 32 - 31 Australia
Full-time: England 32-31 It looked like this was to be a step too far for England, but credit to them, they showed great character to re-seize the momentum and come back. Martin Johnson lifts aloft the Cook Trophy. There's lots of blood, lots of sweat and quite a few tears here.

Give Me More Demands Johnson
November 14: England captain Martin Johnson has made clear that his side's performance must improve if they want to beat Australia in Saturday's international.

England 31 - 28 New Zealand
November 11: Martin Johnson's visible relief said it all at the final whistle as England clung on to the narrowest of victories over a New Zealand team missing 21 of its top players.

Johnson Shows He's Boss With Fearless Speech
November 5: Martin Johnson showed he was the man to captain England with a speech which concentrated on England's ability rather than revenge.

Johnson returns to lead England
Rugby union: Martin Johnson has reclaimed the England captaincy for the match against New Zealand.

Heineken Cup weekend
The Italians might be pleased to see Martin Johnson, along with three other England players, on the Leicester bench. But the Tigers will surely continue to extend the baleful record in Europe of the club from Brescia province.

Must do better, warns badly wounded Tiger
Zurich Premiership: Martin Johnson talks to Rob Kitson that Leicester have to improve after their dismal start to the season, their worst since leagues were set up in 1987.

Grewcock Likely to Benefit From Rush to Justice
September 21: Twickenham moved yesterday with an alacrity it failed to show in last season's Martin Johnson affair when it announced that Danny Grewcock's appeal against his five-week ban will be heard next Thursday.

Johnson and Back hint at England retirement
Rugby union: Martin Johnson and Neil Back could retire from international rugby after the World Cup.

Captain Back demands bash as well as flash
Neil Back let slip yesterday that this week's England's team photograph had Martin Johnson sitting in the middle of the front row holding the ball.

Dropped Johnson takes it on chin
Martin Johnson was unable to hide his surprise after his demotion to England's bench for Sunday's final Six Nations game against Italy.

Twickenham Deals a Blow to Punchers
March 27: The recent disciplinary case against Martin Johnson could lead to a "zero tolerance" crackdown on violent incidents next season.

England 50 - 10 Wales
March 24: The game did not start badly for Wales, but soon for an England team without Martin Johnson and Jason Robinson it was only their own mistakes that were stopping them.

Johnson's Lost Appeal Clears Way for Violence Clampdown
March 6: Martin Johnson will miss England's international against Wales at Twickenham after losing his appeal against a three-week suspension for punching.

Galthié the Indispensible Captain
March 4: The importance of the captain to his team was stressed time and again last week, but for Martin Johnson read France's Fabien Galthié.

New Development in Johnson Case
February 28: The RFU has broken with tradition by appointing a leading QC to determine whether it had the right to ban Martin Johnson for throwing a punch.

Johnson Appeal to Be Heard Next Week
England captain Martin Johnson's appeal against his three-week ban for punching Saracens hooker Robbie Russell will take place at Twickenham next Tuesday. Johnson and his club Leicester have appealed against the jurisdiction of a RFU disciplinary panel that banned him after uppercutting...

Johnson Return Fires Up French
February 26: Despite a recent crackdown on violence, France have responded in kind to the news that Martin Johnson has been included in the English team to face them on Saturday.

Leicester 17 - 6 Northampton
February 25: Martin Johnson was one of 16,252 disgruntled punters forced to endure the appalling spectacle that was Leicester versus Northampton at Welford Road.

Johnson Forced Into Role of Fall Guy in the Media's Punch and Jury Show
February 18: Martin Johnson is being unfairly portrayed as a dangerous relic from the days when the law of the jungle, rather than referees, touch judges and citing commissioners, held sway.

Sheahan Knows How Johnson Feels
February 16: Frankie Sheahan knows how Martin Johnson is feeling, having faced a similar predicament himself the last time Ireland played England at Twickenham.

'Johnson Should Not Face Irish'
February 15: France coach Bernard Laporte has said that Martin Johnson should not be playing against Ireland because of his violent conduct in last weekend's league match.

Johnson Cloud Hangs Over England
February 12: Martin Johnson's position as England captain will have no bearing on whether the Leicester lock will face disciplinary action for punching Saracens hooker Robbie Russell last Saturday.