England's rugby captain, Maro Itoje, has denied any rift within the team following a disagreement during their Six Nations defeat to Italy. The disagreement stemmed from a debate over whether to use a penalty to go for goal or set up an attacking line-out. Itojes praised Fin Smith and vice captains Ellis Genge and Jamie George for their good relationships and ability to move on from the disagreement quickly. England is aiming to end their three-Test losing streak against France in Paris on Saturday. Head coach Steve Borthwick has been given a vote of confidence by the Rugby Football Union following the collapse.