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What should each team realistically aim for in the Six Nations? Part Two Italy and Scotland.

With less than a month to go until the Six Nations kicks off, here’s My Ignorant Opinion on what Italy and Scotland should expect of themselves.

Last week I talked about how England and France shouldn’t expect too much after regime changes and disappointing world cup campaigns. Arguing both COULD win the Six Nations, but it is unlikely and other priorities should come first. This week I look at the what the two teams most often at the bottom of the table should aim for this year – Italy and Scotland. Continue reading “What should each team realistically aim for in the Six Nations? Part Two Italy and Scotland.”

What should each team realistically aim for in the Six Nations? Part One England and France.

With the Six Nations now only a month away each team will want to do as well as possible – but what should they hope for realistically?

February 6th is now only a month away and that means this year Six Nations kicks off with France vs Italy at the Stade de France.  After an embarrassing World Cup for much of the northern hemisphere (cough…England…cough) what should each Six Nations country/supporters/media expect of their teams in the coming tournament? Obviously every player and supporter wants their team to win the whole tournament, but here’s My Ignorant Opinion on what should be some more realistic aims for each of the team. Part One focuses on England and France: Continue reading “What should each team realistically aim for in the Six Nations? Part One England and France.”