Last round we saw a spirited Wales drift off the 2nd half vs a still yet to peak Ireland. England steal a win over yet another misfiring Scotland. And France stomp on Italy. Leaving Ireland top of the table, followed closely by France
So isn’t it fitting that it’s our first game this weekend? Miss this one at your peril, expect big tackles, trick plays, and drama to the final whistle. Following up is the always spirited Wales vs a Scotland team that should be doing better. With pressure on both coaches: a mist win for both teams! Then Sunday we see if Italy really can kick on and at least give England a scare at Twickenham, but England technically still in contention so don’t expect an upset here
Saturday
1415 Ireland vs France
1645 Scotland vs Wales
Sunday
1500 England vs Italy
As always; predictions in the comments, reactions more than welcomed, and your post round thoughts appreciated
Predictions
Head: Ireland, Scotland, England
Heart: Ireland, Scotland, Italy
Arse: France lose three players in a grand mêlée with du pont receiving a match ban. Ireland still only manage a draw despite France being down to 12. Scotland go all out and rout Wales 62-3 in an all time Welsh loss. England implode and ask the ref again how to play rugby, with Italy smashing every lineout