England’s Immanuel Feyi-Waboso to Miss Six Nations Opener vs Wales Due to Injury
Immanuel Feyi-Waboso will not play in England’s Six Nations opener against Wales due to a leg muscle injury. This setback occurred after he was unable to complete a training session on Thursday.
Replacement in the Lineup
Tom Roebuck will take over Feyi-Waboso’s position on the right wing. This match will mark Roebuck’s return after a toe injury sidelined him since his start against New Zealand in November.
Impact of Feyi-Waboso’s Absence
Feyi-Waboso is recognized as a key player for England, known for his powerful carrying and agility, drawing comparisons to rugby legend Jason Robinson. Assistant coach Kevin Sinfield praised his skills during the autumn series.
Defensive coach Richard Wigglesworth communicated the team’s mild concern regarding Feyi-Waboso’s injury, which he sustained at the end of the training session. Although there was speculation that Elliot Daly might step in, Roebuck will wear the No. 14 jersey instead.
England’s Leadership and Strategy
Jamie George will captain the team during the match at Twickenham, substituting for Maro Itoje, who has missed training sessions due to family obligations. Itoje will be on the bench for this crucial game.
Looking Ahead
George expressed enthusiasm about leading the team temporarily, especially given his previous experiences. He indicated the importance of this role and the team’s recent performance, stating, “It’s a privilege. I love this job.”
England seeks to capitalize on their strong form with 11 consecutive wins, even as Wales aims to make an upset at Twickenham.
| England Squad for the Match |
|---|
| 15 Freddie Steward |
| 14 Tom Roebuck |
| 13 Tommy Freeman |
| 12 Fraser Dingwall |
| 11 Henry Arundell |
| 10 George Ford |
| 9 Alex Mitchell |
| 1 Ellis Genge |
| 2 Jamie George (c) |
| 3 Joe Heyes |
| 4 Alex Coles |
| 5 Ollie Chessum |
| 6 Guy Pepper |
| 7 Sam Underhill |
| 8 Ben Earl |
Upcoming Fixtures for England in the 2026 Six Nations
- Wales – Allianz Stadium, Twickenham – Saturday, February 7 – 4:40 PM (GMT)
- Scotland – Murrayfield – Saturday, February 14 – 4:40 PM (GMT)
- Ireland – Allianz Stadium, Twickenham – Saturday, February 21 – 2:10 PM (GMT)
- Italy – Stadio Olimpico – Saturday, March 7 – 4:40 PM (GMT)
- France – Stade de France – Saturday, March 14 – 8:10 PM (GMT)
Fans and analysts await what promises to be an exciting match as England prepares to take on Wales this Saturday. With a blend of experience and emerging talent, the team stands firm despite the loss of one of their star players.
