Match Thread: 6 Nations round 2
4mon 3d ago by lemmy.world/u/Olap in rugby@sh.itjust.works
Schedule
All UTC this week. In Dublin, Edinburgh, and Cardiff. A very celtic weekend!
Saturday
Ireland vs Italy - 1410
Scotland vs England - 1640
Sunday
Wales vs France - 1500
First up we have bruised Ireland hosting a triumphant Italy. Expect Italy to really give things a go this week, they have a point to prove and Ireland are a potential scalp in the making here. Ultimately Ireland should win here, but I'll bet under a score in it
Next we see the Calcutta Cup fought for in the Scottish Capital, and as the resident Scot: I'm scared. I've also got tickets. Imperious 12 in a row England will pull all the stops out to make it 13, but here's hoping it is unlucky. Great rugby weather today, I can see out my window, expect tries a plenty
Then Wales. First season without a sellout in years for Cardiff. And with good reason imo, I'd struggle to pay for what is on offer. Still, this is Tandy's first home 6n game and he knows the importance of at least putting on a show. France though, after last week's demolition of Ireland won't be troubled, this is as dead cert as you'll find in the championship this year. Keep it under 50!
As always, predictions, reactions, and shitposts all welcome. Get those kicktipp picks in (please!), and have a great weekend wherever you are
PS. Super Rugby also is on, and top14 is on this weekend, so loads of rugby to crow about
Hard to see Wales doing anything second half either. Still looking like many years of progress before the Welsh come back to championship contention
Well, had a great night in Edinburgh with the English. They are so resigned to an English loss! No idea how things will change tomorrow, but bring it on!
The italian captain constantly explaining the rules of the game to the ref is a tad bit annoying.
But great game. As an Ireland fan it's hard to watch, but as a rugby fan it's fantastic to watch
Yes. Loved that first half before I set off. Italy are betwr every year!
That was... anticlimactic :D
Nah, Italy was always a long shot. And Scotland proving the six nations is alive!
I've meant the last penalty kick that went into nothing