 Hodgson said things were better during the November internationals |
Charlie Hodgson hopes England fans will not take his harsh criticism to heart when he takes on Wales this Saturday. The Sale fly-half hit out at what he felt was a negative atmosphere inside Twickenham after coming under fire during last season's game with France.
"I hope the crowd don't take my remarks the wrong way, because things have been fantastic this season," he said.
Hodgson accused some fans of "watching in silence and then becoming abusive when one or two things go wrong".
He added: "Twickenham's a weird place and it seems as if more and more people are there on corporate deals."
Hodgson said he had not expected his comments to cause such a stir and was only alerted to the furore by his brother.
"It was completely off the cuff, but it was also an honest reflection on that game against the French," said Hodgson, who missed several kicks at goal in an 18-17 defeat.
England coach Andy Robinson defended Hodgson and insisted the Twickenham crowd would be supportive during Saturday's Six Nations game against Wales.
"Charlie's comments came from his feelings about what happened last season. They were purely retrospective," said Robinson.
"Over the last six months, he has performed really well for England. I think the crowd are right behind him now, and will be on Saturday."
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