Wales

j615 says...

If I had to do a composite Wales/England team I think Ashton, Tuilagi, maybe Lawes and probably the English hooker (Rees if he was fit) would be in it, how times have changed, 10 years ago it would have been an all England team. Wales are more powerful, better in the scrum, stronger, more experienced, better at the breakdown and a more settled team. However, I worry about the Welsh line out and their goal kicking. This game will be close, England seldom lose at Twickenham and their current team are on the up. Only Ireland in the NH have a good record at HQ in recent times. Should be a great game!

Posted 18:09 22nd February 2012

rugby_rockstar says...

To be fair mate, Wales winning rugby matches is unsettling and unusual. If cats start talking to people and Britney Spears learns how to sing then I'm off to the local church to find redemption before the whole place goes kaput.

Posted 11:57 22nd February 2012

APV1 says...

I thought I'd share the insights of one of our fellow-posters, as I was so impressed by his sportsmanship and insight into all things rugby on another thread:

"chocol8thunda says... LOSERS!!!!!!!!!"

How delightful. Such insight and depth of knowledge, posted on an article about England. Despite the fact that he may be making a correct prediction, save the gloating until the final score is confirmed, otherwise eggs and faces may be a nice combination...

Opinions are one thing, chocol8thunda, but is that really necessary? Let's try to grow up, enjoy the rivalry and, most importantly, enjoy what should be a cracking test match.

Lloegr Am Byth!!!!!!

Posted 10:44 22nd February 2012

admack says...

Wales by 21 points I'd say, they will be far too powerful for England

Posted 08:51 22nd February 2012

mjdebues92 says...

Would love England to win but I really don't see that happening. England should do better than they have in their previous games but it Wales are a similar team further on in the rebuilding process, a loss for them will be a huge set back. Although they are away and it might be tricky, it should be simpler than the Ireland game and it is most definitely Wales' game to lose!

Hopefully it is warm and dry...

Posted 04:34 22nd February 2012

jontheref says...

nhsaints

Wales are going to be weak at 2 and 5.

2 I am not sure of myself, agreed.

But 5?

Evans and Jones (Alun-Wyn) are a club pairing, will go well. Don't write themoff.

I am sure gatland has prepared them well.

Rollon saturday!

Be in the nelson before the game.

Posted 22:55 21st February 2012

NHsaints says...

Should be a good game but Englands defence is tough. Really tough. And our forwards are strong and technically sound...however good the Wales backs are the game is won in the forwards and if we get someone hitting the breakdown with some agression we're going to be in for a good game. One point of note is that Wales are going to be weak at 2 and 5, that makes for a disastrous lineout. On the other hand England aren't 100% in the midfield yet and I really don't want to see Farrel against Roberts and North at 12, it'll be Ireland and Darcy all over again...

Posted 18:47 21st February 2012

melkdave says...

That is a scary looking Wales 22 lol well balanced and packed with class players .Im also not that fussed if England lose as long as its close and Wales really have to work for it .They are should be favorites by along way and i think most are thinking Wales by 10-12 points .Im hoping if Wales win its more like 3-5 points myself and also hoping that England surprise a few people and nick by the same margin lol a big ask maybe but sporting upsets do happen dont they lol. Anyway lets prey its a good match to watch and nail biting to the end

Posted 16:09 21st February 2012

jontheref says...

4 days to go!

Really looking forward to it!

Posted 14:47 21st February 2012

ShamanSheep says...

Every time I see a Wales line up these days it gives me a warm glow of satisfaction, no gripes, no nothing, we're coming for you England!

Posted 13:23 21st February 2012