# England Down to Earth, Scottish Resurgence, Wales BAU & Close But No Cigar for Italians!

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Podcast: [The Rugby Collective Pod](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-rugby-collective-pod-4323635)
Published: 2026-02-18T11:11:24+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/therugbycollective/episodes/England-Down-to-Earth--Scottish-Resurgence--Wales-BAU--Close-But-No-Cigar-for-Italians-e3f8mgt
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Duration seconds: 4613

## Resource

In this episode of the Rugby Collective podcast, the hosts delve into the latest happenings in the Six Nations, discussing player transfers, team performances, and match analyses. They reflect on Ireland's struggles against Italy, England's tactical issues in their loss to Scotland, and Wales' ongoing challenges. The conversation also highlights France's impressive depth and the impact of player form on international rugby. Predictions for upcoming matches are made, emphasizing the uncertainty surrounding team performances.

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