From The Rugby Paper · Ben Jaycock · · 50s
Maro Itoje names George Ford as greatest teammate
Maro Itoje calls George Ford his greatest-ever teammate in England and Lions history.
In brief
Maro Itoje calls George Ford his greatest-ever teammate in England and Lions history. Maro Itoje named George Ford his greatest-ever teammate for professionalism and consistency in rugby. Originally reported by The Rugby Paper.
Maro Itoje names George Ford
Maro Itoje named George Ford his greatest-ever teammate ahead of England and Lions stars.
“I think my GOAT teammate is my England colleague George Ford”
Ford's professionalism
George Ford is super professional and consistently puts the team first regardless of match outcome.
“George is one of these guys who is super professional. He’s just a quality teammate regardless of whatever else is happening in life”
Leadership comparison
Itoje and Arteta compared leadership styles, highlighting team growth through training and discipline.
“I’m a big believer that nothing great is achieved by one person alone”
Team first attitude
Ford always prioritizes team success over personal performance in every situation.
“So whether we’re winning, whether we’re losing, whether he’s playing, whether he’s not playing, he’s always consistent”
Consistency in action
Ford maintains professionalism and team focus across all match scenarios and team situations.
“You can always rely on him and I’ve never been in an environment with him where he doesn’t put the team first”
Leadership philosophy
Itoje emphasizes real growth comes from training, discipline and commitment when no one is watching.
“People see the performance on matchday, but real growth comes from training, discipline and commitment that happens when no one is watching”
The key point
Maro Itoje named George Ford his greatest-ever teammate for professionalism and consistency in rugby.
