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Mike Ford: 'No hard feelings towards RFU'

Mike Ford insists he has no hard feelings towards RFU upon his departure.

Mike Ford, England's outgoing defence coach, has insisted that he has no hard feelings towards to RFU despite criticism of his role.

Ford, who was one of former manager Martin Johnson's assistants, was heavily chastised by the players in the review of England's failings at the World Cup, with some of his methods mocked by those in the media.

The former rugby league international has also been overlooked for a role in England's new interim coaching team.

However, Ford claims he will leave Twickenham on good terms.

"I have no regrets and bear no hard feelings towards the RFU," the 46-year-old told the Daily Telegraph.

"I hope England go out and win the Six Nations. I have spoken to Stuart and Andy Farrell to offer up information I have on Scotland from the World Cup, if they would like to sit down and talk.

"They have said they will and I hope they do well."

Stuart Lancaster - assisted by Andy Farrell and Graham Rowntree - will lead England during the RBS Six Nations.

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