# England's 'alarming' defeat to brilliant Ireland

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Podcast: [The Ruck](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-ruck-1115414)
Published: 2026-02-21T22:59:56+00:00
Episode link: https://shows.acast.com/theruck/episodes/englands-alarming-defeat-to-brilliant-ireland
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## Resource

England's hopes of a 6 Nations title went up in smoke as they lost to Ireland at Twickenham. Following a loss to Scotland a week ago, Steve Borthwick's side produced another lacklustre and dreadful performance. Alfie, Will and Charlie try to pick through the bones of a galling defeat which will ask major questions of this England team. Will it be a performance which ends England careers for some players? Is this 6 Nations campaign salvageable? And, why have the wheels come off so spectacularly? Plus, they chat about Ireland's excellent display! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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