We saw the best and worst of England captain Owen Farrell yesterday as Saracens secured a home Premiership semi-final with a 42-38 win over Northampton at StoneX Stadium.
Early in the opening 40 he controversially escaped punishment yet again for a trademark high hit on Northampton Saints Alex Mitchell.
However, he went viral for the right reasons as he pleaded with the referee Matthew Carley not to sin-bin Saints man Lewis Ludlam for making contact with his head.
The referee ultimately ignored Farrell before yellow carding Ludlam, which was disappointing to see as the visitors were already down to 14 after Alex Coles yellow card moments earlier.
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The 25-year old singer has shared numerous shots with the popular speedster, who has represented his country four times.
Photos shared across social media suggest Hollie’s relationship with the 26-year-old is still in its early stages
#3. Georgie Farrell - Owen Farrell (Saracens)
Despite being one of the games' global superstars, his wife has chosen to keep her life extremely private. The couple, both 28, tied the knot in the summer of 2018 and Owens better half gave birth to their son, Tommy, in March.
The pair pose for a photo after a Saracens game
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