As the 2025 Six Nations U20 tournament approaches, the England U20 team is preparing to defend its title with ambition. Under the leadership of Mark Mapletoft, this new chapter promises excitement with a largely revamped squad and the addition of a key new member to the coaching staff. This gathering marks a crucial step for these young talents aiming to shine on the international stage. Read more Read More
England wrapped up their Autumn Nations Series with a resounding 59-14 victory over Japan at a roaring Twickenham Stadium. After three heartbreaking defeats in the dying moments against New Zealand, Australia, and South Africa, Steve Borthwick’s men were determined to finish on a high, and this dominant display brings a positive end to a tough autumn campaign. Read more Read More
Previous article : The Future Stars of England After the U20 World Cup Triumph (1/2) Mark Mapletoft’s England U20 side won the World Championship in Cape Town this July, defeating France 21-13 to claim England’s first U20 world title since 2016. This victory in South Africa also marks the end of three years of French dominance and confirms the rise of a generation of young talents who could soon make their way into the senior team. After winning the U20 Six Nations earlier this year, these young English players, following in the footsteps of Joe Marchant and Max Malins, appear ready to lead English rugby into the future as the national team undergoes a rebuilding phase. Read more Read More
Mark Mapletoft’s England U20 squad secured the World Championship title in Cape Town this July, defeating France 21-13 to claim England’s first U20 world title since 2016. In South Africa, this victory not only ended three years of French dominance but also confirmed the rise of a new generation of talented players, many of whom could soon make the step up to the senior squad. After their Six Nations U20 title earlier this year, these young English players, following in the footsteps of Joe Marchant and Max Malins, seem ready to lead English rugby into a new era of rebuilding and progress. Read more Read More
