England vs Scotland: A Thrilling Six Nations Clash in 2025

The Build-Up to the Clash

The pressure surrounding England felt like it was reaching a crescendo heading into their home Six Nations clash against France last time out, only for rookie fly-half Fin Smith to deliver a last-gasp 26-25 victory. That momentum will be tested when Scotland travel to Twickenham in what has been a happy hunting ground for Gregor Townsend's side in recent years — their last defeat at the old stadium came in 2017.

Key Details

When and Where

When: Saturday, Feb. 22 at 4.45 p.m. UK
Where: Allianz Stadium, Twickenham

How to Watch

TV: Live on ITV (UK)
Online: Follow along with live updates on ESPN

Officials

Referee: Pierre Brousset (Fra)
Assistant Referees: Andrew Brace (Ire) & Luc Ramos (Fra)
Television Match Official: Tual Trainini (Fra)

Team News

England

England boss Steve Borthwick has a decision to make at fly-half: Whether to stick with Fin Smith or move Marcus Smith back into the No. 10 spot. His bold selection worked well against France, with Fin Smith's playmaking a decisive part of the win.

In other team news, Alex Dombrandt returned to the 36-man squad after missing the championship so far through injury. Alex Coles and Henry Pollock have also been included in place of Curtis Langdon and Alex Lozowski.

Scotland

Scotland are hopeful both Darcy Graham and Finn Russell will be fit to face England on Saturday in the Six Nations. Graham and Russell were both concussed in Scotland's Round 2 defeat to Ireland on Feb. 9. However, Scotland say they are progressing through the required World Rugby concussion protocols and should return to full training before the end of the week.

What’s at Stake?

Will England continue their momentum and reclaim the Calcutta Cup? Or will a depleted Scotland reign victorious for a fifth successive year? This clash promises to be a thrilling encounter with high stakes for both teams.