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Wales unchanged for 2026 Six Nations swansong against giant-killers Italy

Head coach Steve Tandy has named an unchanged Wales team to play Italy in the fifth and final round of the 2026 Six Nations at Principality Stadium in Cardiff on Saturday.

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RFU backs Steve Borthwick despite England's poor form in the Six Nations

The Rugby Football Union have come out in support of Steve Borthwick amid growing calls for the England head coach to be sacked.

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Steve Borthwick understands England fans are hurting after third straight loss

England head coach Steve Borthwick is aware of the impact of his last three losses but insists the team remains on track to succeed at the 2027 Rugby World Cup.

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Italy leaders staying grounded after historical victory over England

Italy coach Gonzalo Quesada and captain Michele Lamaro aren't getting ahead of themselves in the wake of thier first ever Rugby Union victory over England on Saturday.

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Steve Borthwick wields the axe for England's Six Nations clash against Italy

England head coach Steve Borthwick has made no less than nine changes to his matchday 23 that will face Italy in the Six Nations at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome on Saturday.

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Ireland boss defends panicky Prendergast amid poor form

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has come to the defence of under pressure flyhalf Sam Prendergast following another below-par performance against Italy on Saturday.

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