Scotland Revamps Team for Crucial Wales Match in Cardiff

Scotland is making significant changes to its squad ahead of a crucial match against Wales in Cardiff. The two teams are set to clash in the 2026 Guinness Men’s Six Nations at the Principality Stadium on Saturday, February 24, 2026. Kick-off is scheduled for 4:40 PM and the match will be broadcast live on BBC One.

Key Changes to the Starting XV

Five players have been introduced into the starting lineup. This decision reflects Scotland’s strategy to enhance their performance against their Welsh rivals.

• Blair Kinghorn starts at full-back.
• Duhan van der Merwe takes the position on the left wing.
• Max Williamson pairs with Scott Cummings in the second row.
• Dave Cherry is back as the hooker.
• Matt Fagerson is assigned the number eight jersey.

Notable Retains and Other Replacements

Other key players have retained their positions from the previous match. The half-back partnership of Ben White and Finn Russell remains unchanged, providing stability in the back division.

Captain Sione Tuipulotu continues to partner with Huw Jones in the midfield, while Kyle Steyn, last week’s Player of the Match, remains on the right wing.

Reinforcements on the Bench

The bench has also seen some strategic changes. Among the substitutes, Pierre Schoeman and Elliot Millar Mills offer front-row reinforcement, while George Turner is listed as the backup hooker.

Grant Gilchrist adds experience to the second row, and Josh Bayliss provides versatility within the back row. Completing the matchday squad are Tom Jordan, George Horne, and Darcy Graham, who will serve as backline options.

Full Squad List for the Match Against Wales

This revamped Scotland team aims to leverage its strengths and tackle the Welsh side head-on in this important fixture. Fans will be eager to see how these changes affect performance on the pitch.