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February 15, 2026
England’s attacking options narrow with Arundell facing ban for crunch Ireland game
Steve Borthwick is set for a major selection headache as England seek to get their Six Nations campaign back on track against Ireland on Saturday with Henry Arundell facing a suspension after his red card against Scotland.
TL;DR
- Henry Arundell is facing a disciplinary hearing and potential suspension after receiving a red card against Scotland.
- England's wing options are already depleted due to Immanuel Feyi-Waboso's hamstring injury.
- The team is considering strategic changes, including potentially moving Tommy Freeman from outside-centre to wing.
- Marcus Smith and George Furbank are being considered for selection to add creative spark.
- England's defeat to Scotland ended their Grand Slam pursuit and put their Six Nations title hopes in jeopardy.
- The team aims to bounce back immediately against Ireland rather than having a fallow week to dwell on the loss.
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