Reply With QuoteOh yes!!!!
It's coming home....
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Oh yes!!!!
That's more like it.
Even my wife thought it was way better than watching football :)
Outstanding match, one of those games where whoever scores last wins, and it was deservedly England's day. No slam this year for anyone!
I don't normally watch the Rugby but that was very entertaining!
Two great games today. Close in both but I think both winners were deserved
That was a great afternoon of rugby and I have to say I could not be happier at the results!
I hope tomorrows game is just as good
That finish today was simply stupendous.
Biggest winner today was the Six Nations Tournament.
Well done England. Can't remember when I've enjoyed a game more. Showed some real grit, passion, somthing that's been lacking recently.
Fine display by England. First for a long time. Will it continue or be a flash in the pan?
Ireland were very poor and never really got going. England took that advantage.
What a finish.
Roll on next and final round.
Jim
A couple of brilliant games today. Both winning teams deserved their wins. Italy have really started to build confidence and England definitely played their hearts out. Marcus Smith drop goal was the icing on the cake.
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Love a good drop vocal!
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Bravo England. Played great today.
I'm now going to spend the next week trying to ignore all the replays, highlights etc. that will inevitably fill my Youtube suggestions...
Just finished the Ireland game- devastated! For the first time in a long time England did look the better team to be fair though.
After season after season of getting their arses handed to them, I am very pleased for Italy keeping their chins up and getting the win yesterday and it shows that perseverance can pay off!
Also well done England for nicking it at the death!
I was at Twickenham yesterday.
We watched the second half of the Italy Scotland game in one of the bars downstairs, that win got quite a cheer, but nothing compared to the noise later.
What a game, and an amazing atmosphere.
England showed a composure that they have rarely demonstrated under pressure (and they certainly didn't against Scotland).
End to end stuff. Oh my beating heart.
What a phenomenal weekend of rugby we’ve been treated to. Fabulous
Today's score belies the nature of the game; Wales were into it for 75%.
Outplayed, but not outclassed.
Valuable experience for a young Wales squad. I am expecting more from them next year. Much more.
You are correct. But don't forget the French side was much renewed too. Also, the current Welsh side lacks power. The way the game has evolved may be a shame but it has been the case for a long time, and Wales today didn't have the power to contain France. It doesn't mean they can't win, it means they won't win consistently until they beef up their team.Originally Posted by unclealec
'Against stupidity, the gods themselves struggle in vain' - Schiller.
Disappointed with the result today, but happy with the effort.
Great weekend for the 6N tournament though, why it’s one of the best rugby tournaments in the world.
Indeed.
+1
Not looking good for Wales so far......
Cracking 2nd try for Italy
Posts that aged badly. Fucking get in there Italy.
I am glad you quoted it yourself. I remembered the post but I also know that life has a certain way to make us eat our words without the needs for others to pile on
'Against stupidity, the gods themselves struggle in vain' - Schiller.
The Wales vs. Italy game was technically played between two well-matched sides, which in itself is good for the 6N tournament. Often it doesn't feel as though there are 6 nations in it; it has this year.
Had Wales made better decisions in the first 60 minutes they would have won it imho; they could do with more experience at this level and a few pounds more in the pack, at least one of which will come with the passage of time.
Bit of a sad way for George North to finish up. What a player he's been. Absolutely loved him when he fiest broke into the team
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Scotland with the schoolboy error from the line out
Scotland gifting this to a bang average Irish team - Scottish defence is unbelievable but game being lost with just a few careless errors. Oh and well done Italy stunning win again for them!
Got to say though the amount of times the ref said Ireland were offside or had hands on the ball but told them to get back without penalising them didn’t do us any favors. Deserved win but frustrating officiating yet again.
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Yes, not the day he would have hoped for I’m sure, but he will be remembered for what he achieved over his career rather than just today.
A golden period for me when he was playing for Saints (even though I’m a Tigers fan!) and I used to drive down to watch him most home games, a great player and servant of the game.
Well done Ireland. Another well deserved championship.
Ireland not at their best today but the final score massively flatters Scotland. A few more kicked penalties would have kept the points tally moving forward a bit faster.
Flatters? Hmm not sure about that. Surely Ireland camped on our line for a total of 45 phases and being repelled should mean some credit for the defence? Not many teams could keep Ireland out like that. Ironic they won by 4 points and we gifted them 7 points with that first half line out. Anyway it’s been a great championship all in all. Very exciting rugby on the whole.
I think today perhaps reveals Ireland's weakness. They lack killer flair (cost them the world cup). Scotland's defence was impressive but I can't help feel a truly great team would've pierced it more often.
Final game about to start of a fascinating 6N 2024.
Lots to ponder and consider.
I’ve just travelled home from Lyon, all before the rush and I’m really hoping France win.
Jim
A very good summary.
First half, at times (lots of these times we looked like headless chickens), those better decisions could have changed things. But they didn't.
Second half (as nearly always) we pulled our socks up. I'm not so sure about a few more pounds in the pack, although that can't hurt, but more experience will definitely help.
Whatever, a well deserved win for Italy without any reservations. They are now definitely a force to be reckoned with in the six nations with this year's results.
Yep, and despite us suffering the wooden spoon as a result, the 6N is all the better for a competitive Italian team I think.
Definitely.
100%
The weak nation(s) is no longer the obvious one(s).
Great score from the French.
Lyon will be jumping.
Jim
I've always enjoyed Italy, there's something beautiful about the physical but brains-out way they have traditionally played. No team is ever in for an easy ride from them, you're might be technically superior but you'll wake up sore in the morning.I am glad you quoted it yourself. I remembered the post but I also know that life has a certain way to make us eat our words without the needs for others to pile on
While I feel they've made a good statement in the last couple of games, there's no denying they're generally out of their depth and it would be interesting to see how a country like Georgia or Spain might get on with something to prove. Would a 2-tier competition be so bad?
Heck of a try from France.
Try of this years 6 nations? Until tonight ends yes imho.
Nah, VDM against England.
This ref will gift England this match. He’s got a downer on France already.
Jim
Which VDM try, he had a few as I recall ;)
The one from deep in Scotland’s half when an England player made a cod of handling. Oh hang on there were two like that. 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Jim
You don't pull the rug from them when they are improving.
The better the results get then you will get more people interested and more players.
Good on them.
What is it with Johnny Wilkinson and all this positive energy shit.
Sounds like some Hari Krishna disciple.
Heard him talking about goal kicking once and talking about being at one with the ball and your energy.
Crackpot.
Good goal kicker though.
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