England
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Ireland
Match Overview
England vs Ireland has finished with a score of 21-42 in the Six Nations Championship. This page includes the final result, updated head-to-head stats, and recent form for both teams. Ireland won the match 42-21.
England vs Ireland finished 21-42 in the Six Nations Championship. Ireland won the match 42-21. This page shows the final result, head-to-head record, and recent form.
The final England vs Ireland rugby score was 21-42.
England vs Scotland Rugby Results
England vs Ireland ended 21-42 in the Six Nations Championship on 21 February 2026. This result adds another chapter to one of rugby's best-known rivalries, and these numbers update automatically with the final score, head-to-head trends, and the latest form for both teams.
Six Nations Championship
21 February 2026
Twickenham Stadium
England 1-2 Ireland
30.6 / 29.2
Ireland +1
Fixture Details
England Rugby vs Ireland Rugby
Six Nations Championship
2026
3
21 February 2026
14:10 UTC
Twickenham Stadium
Finished
England vs Scotland Rugby Results and Head-to-Head Record
Ireland lead the recent series with 2 wins from 3 meetings. The most recent meeting was won by Ireland (21-42). Matches in this sample have averaged 52.3 total points. 2 of the 3 meetings were decided by 7 points or fewer, making this a consistently tight fixture.
Head-to-Head Record Summary
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The table below shows the latest England vs Scotland rugby results from the recent head-to-head sample.
Head-to-Head Results
| Date | Competition | Home Team | Score | Away Team |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-21 | Six Nations Championship | England Rugby | 21-42 | Ireland Rugby |
| 2025-02-01 | Six Nations Championship | Ireland Rugby | 27-22 | England Rugby |
| 2024-03-09 | Six Nations Championship | England Rugby | 23-22 | Ireland Rugby |
Recent meetings between England and Scotland show how competitive this fixture has been, with results often decided by small margins.
England and Scotland Rugby Form Guide
England come into this fixture with a recent record of 1-0-4, averaging 30.6 points scored and 30.2 conceded per match. Ireland have posted a 4-0-1 record across their last five matches, with averages of 29.2 scored and 21.6 conceded.
England Form
1-0-4
30.6
30.2
Ireland Form
4-0-1
29.2
21.6
England recent matches provide useful form context ahead of this fixture.
England — Last 5 Matches
| Date | Opponent | Competition | Venue | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-14 | France Rugby | Six Nations Championship | Away | 46-48 | L |
| 2026-03-07 | Italy Rugby | Six Nations Championship | Away | 18-23 | L |
| 2026-02-21 | Ireland Rugby | Six Nations Championship | Home | 21-42 | L |
| 2026-02-14 | Scotland Rugby | Six Nations Championship | Away | 20-31 | L |
| 2026-02-07 | Wales Rugby | Six Nations Championship | Home | 48-7 | W |
Ireland recent matches provide useful form context ahead of this fixture.
Ireland — Last 5 Matches
| Date | Opponent | Competition | Venue | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-14 | Scotland Rugby | Six Nations Championship | Home | 43-21 | W |
| 2026-03-06 | Wales Rugby | Six Nations Championship | Home | 27-17 | W |
| 2026-02-21 | England Rugby | Six Nations Championship | Away | 42-21 | W |
| 2026-02-14 | Italy Rugby | Six Nations Championship | Home | 20-13 | W |
| 2026-02-05 | France Rugby | Six Nations Championship | Away | 14-36 | L |
Key Match Indicators
- Ireland come into this match with the stronger recent win record.
- England are scoring slightly more points per game in recent matches.
- Ireland's defence has been more consistent based on points conceded.
- Recent head-to-head results favour Ireland.
Key Stats at a Glance
| England avg scored (last 5) | 30.6 |
| Ireland avg scored (last 5) | 29.2 |
| England avg conceded (last 5) | 30.2 |
| Ireland avg conceded (last 5) | 21.6 |
| England recent record | 1W-0D-4L |
| Ireland recent record | 4W-0D-1L |
| H2H edge | Ireland +1 |
| Latest result | 21-42 |
England vs Scotland: Who Has the Edge?
Ireland hold the form edge based on recent results. England have the scoring edge, averaging 30.6 points per game against Ireland's 29.2. Ireland have the stronger defensive record, conceding 21.6 per game against England's 30.2. With an average of 52.3 combined points in recent H2H meetings, the numbers point to a high-scoring encounter. 2 of the last 3 meetings were decided by 7 or fewer points.
England vs Scotland Match Context
England vs Scotland is one of the most historic fixtures in the Six Nations. The latest result shown here is 21-42, and the head-to-head sample of 3 meetings reflects how competitive this rivalry has been. England have won 1 times and Ireland have won 2 times in that run, with both sides regularly pushing each other close.
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FAQ
What is the latest England vs Ireland rugby score?
Who won the last England vs Ireland rugby match?
Ireland won the latest match shown on this page, beating England 42-21.
What is the England vs Ireland head-to-head record?
In the 3 most recent meetings in this sample, England have won 1 times, Ireland have won 2 times, and 0 matches ended level.
Who leads the England vs Ireland rugby series?
Ireland lead the recent head-to-head series with 2 wins from 3 meetings, compared to 1 for England.
When is England vs Ireland?
The scheduled date is 21 February 2026, with kickoff listed at 14:10 UTC.
Where is England vs Ireland being played?
The listed venue for this fixture is Twickenham Stadium.
What competition is England vs Ireland in?
This fixture is part of the Six Nations Championship.
Where can I find England vs Ireland results?
Here you can find the latest score, result, head-to-head data, and recent team form, updated automatically.
Does this page include recent England vs Ireland rugby results?
Yes. The table below shows head-to-head meetings and each team's latest completed matches where available.
