Rugby Union Weekly The Nations Pod
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Mar 10, 2026 A bumper Super Saturday preview with Scotland’s seismic win over France and their injury-hit trip to Ireland. Italy’s shock victory over England and the late lineout drama are dissected. Wales’ physical revival and Rhys Carre’s solo try spark debate about a Gatland-era echo. England’s turmoil in Verona, Maro Itoje’s on-field clash and questions over tactics and mindset in Paris are all explored.
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Scotland's Breakthrough Performance Against France
- Scotland produced arguably their greatest modern performance, scoring 50 points and seven tries to dominate France at Murrayfield.
- The hosts' unstructured counterattacking approach out-Franced France and revealed a new level of belief across the back line.
Rhys Carre's Iconic Solo Try
- Gareth Rhys Owen singled out Rhys Carre's solo try as one of the most iconic, joyous tries in rugby history.
- The try brought smiles across the weekend and exemplified the sheer delight spectators felt in Dublin.
England's Collapse Was A Mental Break
- England's late collapse to Italy exposed a mental lapse described as 'the mush' where communication and decision-making broke down.
- Key moments: Nicotero's yellow, Sam Underhill and Maro Itoje errors, and failing to contest the final line-out.