RBS 6 Nations Thread

[Mr Speirs]

21 points in the stade du France now that is actually an achievement!! Scotland had some proper palm to head moments but had some fantastic moments too.

Richie gray was outstanding!!! And was definately the best of the scots today.
If we can overcome the panic play of kicking it whenever we get the ball then we are in for a good shout.

People must remember that France were the grand slam champions last year and quite convincingly so, I for one am very proud of the Scottish performance and am looking forward to the rest of the tournament.

And just to clarify, France were outstanding today but if the Scottish defense wasn't as superb as it was we would have seen a white wash today.

Originally Posted by Mr Speirs

21 points in the stade du France now that is actually an achievement!! Scotland had some proper palm to head moments but had some fantastic moments too.

Richie gray was outstanding!!! And was definately the best of the scots today.
If we can overcome the panic play of kicking it whenever we get the ball then we are in for a good shout.

People must remember that France were the grand slam champions last year and quite convincingly so, I for one am very proud of the Scottish performance and am looking forward to the rest of the tournament.

And just to clarify, France were outstanding today but if the Scottish defense wasn't as superb as it was we would have seen a white wash today.

+1 on all counts!!

[Mr Speirs]

And we're back!!

2 big games today.

What looks to be amongst the strongest teams in the tournament so far:

England vs Italy.

England I think are going to be in high spirits after the great game they played last weekend and Italy whilst they are better than they were last year, not having a proper Kicker has already shown to be major disadvantage in the game against Ireland last week.

Scotland vs Wales

In this game I think it's all going to come down to what each team took away from last week.
If Scotland fixate on managing to score the same amount of tries last weekend than they did in the entire tournament last year and managed it against one of the strongest teams in the tournament at their home stadium they will be a force to be reckoned with.

If Wales have taken last weeks game as the kick up the **** rather than let the defeat play on their minds then they will too be strong.

It will come down to the strength of spirit in each team and if both are in the right place it is going to be a very interesting game!

Can't wait.

Anyone else watching the games today?

[kaivalagi]

Hell yes I'm watching every 6 nations game that I can

I'm looking forward to see Scotland v Wales, should be a good tough game!

I'm also hoping that the England Italy game is just a formality....but you never know in Rugby

[Mr Speirs]

I still think Italy not having a kicker is hilarious!!

Who wants to kick?......Bergamasco...you said no last. You do it.
He is a lot better than last year though but still not very good.

Originally Posted by Mr Speirs

And we're back!!

2 big games today.

What looks to be amongst the strongest teams in the tournament so far:

England vs Italy.

England I think are going to be in high spirits after the great game they played last weekend and Italy whilst they are better than they were last year, not having a proper Kicker has already shown to be major disadvantage in the game against Ireland last week.

Scotland vs Wales

In this game I think it's all going to come down to what each team took away from last week.
If Scotland fixate on managing to score the same amount of tries last weekend than they did in the entire tournament last year and managed it against one of the strongest teams in the tournament at their home stadium they will be a force to be reckoned with.

If Wales have taken last weeks game as the kick up the **** rather than let the defeat play on their minds then they will too be strong.

It will come down to the strength of spirit in each team and if both are in the right place it is going to be a very interesting game!

Can't wait.

Anyone else watching the games today?

Don't forget that Scotland are playing at Murrayfield which is where they normally manage their best performances.

I think Scotland and England will win today and I have put money on Ireland to beat France as they are at home....!

[kaivalagi]

2mins in, I like it Back at half time...

[Mr Speirs]

This game is awesome!! Really open, the running game that everyone likes to watch.
England are playing very well.
Am loving Chris Ashton!! Northampton Saints player too

Bergamasco is 2/3 on kicks.

MBK I think France would have been the better bet on last weeks performances.

Originally Posted by Mr Speirs

This game is awesome!! Really open, the running game that everyone likes to watch.
England are playing very well.
Am loving Chris Ashton!! Northampton Saints player too

Bergamasco is 2/3 on kicks.

MBK I think France would have been the better bet on last weeks performances.

I don't have much on it so not too bothered but Ireland are always a decent bet, they can be the dark horse at times so I am going on my gut as opposed to the fact....if you get what I mean...

And anyway, gotta support your own! lol!

[Mr Speirs]

Brilliant game so far. Score of 31 - 6 reflects the dominance that england have put over Italy.
England look like they are enjoying themselves and play best when they are.

Italy are rattled and they are annoying me at the minute. The amount of off ball tackling is ridiculous and the refs need to look out for it.

Looking forward to the second half.