Noble formerly coached at Bradford Bulls

Wigan Warriors head coach Brain Noble is impressed with the new-look England squad for the clash with France in Paris on 13 June.

England coach Tony Smith named three uncapped players in his 19-man squad and only six survive from the World Cup semi-final defeat to New Zealand.

"I think the squad has everything you need," Noble told the BBC's Super League Show.

"The youngsters bring line-breaking, off-loading and pace to the team."

Smith left out players such as Martin Gleeson, Paul Wellens, Leon Pryce and Mark Calderwood, but has included experienced professional Adrian Morley and Jamie Peacock.

The former Great Britain coach Noble added: "The experience of the likes of Morley and Peacock will be key to steering the squad and helping the younger players.

"I don't think this means the total end of some players though, without naming names, who have not been included in this squad.

"I don't think missing out on this team means players will not be considered for the Four Nations at the end of the season.

"I think form will be the determining factor, and should be, for picking the side to face the likes of Australia and New Zealand."

Rugby league fans can watch the Super League Show again via either the Red Button or BBC iPlayer.

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