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Wales vs Scotland – Six Nations 2024 – Match Preview, Prediction and Betting Tips 03/02/2024
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Match Details
Match: Wales vs Scotland
Date: 03/02/2024
Time: 4:45 pm GMT
Venue: Principality Stadium
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Prediction on Wales vs Scotland
In this highly anticipated Six Nations 2024 clash between Wales and Scotland, the Dragons are unmistakably the clear favorites against Scotland. Since 2002, Scotland has suffered defeat 11 times in the Welsh capital, with nine of those losses occurring within the Six Nations tournament. Despite this, Gregor Townsend’s side is determined to break the 22-year streak of defeats by Wales. While Scotland has managed only one Six Nations victory in Wales over the past two decades, notably against Wayne Pivac’s side in Llanelli in 2020 amidst Covid-19 disruptions, they remain resilient.
Predicted Outcome: Wales 45-20 Scotland. We expect the Dragons to secure a resounding victory against Scotland Rugby.
Match Preview on Wales vs Scotland
In the upcoming Six Nations 2024 clash between Wales and Scotland, the historical trend heavily favors the Welsh Rugby team, who have remained unbeaten against Scotland in their last 11 encounters since 2002, particularly on their home turf in Wales. Wales boasts an impressive record in the Six Nations Championship, having secured the title 28 times, with their most recent triumph occurring in 2021. However, in their last meeting with Scotland, Wales suffered a significant setback, enduring a 35-7 defeat last year.
In their recent six games, Wales has been formidable, securing victory in five matches, with their sole loss being a 29-17 defeat to South Africa in the Rugby World Cup 2023. Meanwhile, Scotland has experienced a mixed run, winning three games and losing three, including a 36-14 defeat to Ireland in the previous Rugby World Cup.
Team News
Wales
Wales, under coach Warren Gatland, grapples with a squad transition post-departure of key players. Flyhalf Sam Costelow, with eight caps, expected to lead the team’s attack. Captaincy handed to 21-year-old lock Daffyd Jenkins due to injuries. Facing Scotland, a formidable test for an untested lineup in a period of rebuilding and transition.
Scotland
Scotland aims to overturn their Cardiff struggles with recent positive performances in mind. Despite 11 losses in the Welsh capital since 2002, including nine in the Six Nations, they seek to rewrite history in the tournament opener. Forward coach John Dalziel acknowledges the challenge but emphasizes the excitement it brings. Drawing from past successes, including a 2020 victory albeit at a different venue, and close matches in recent years, Scotland aims to replicate or surpass their performance at Murrayfield last year.
Wales vs Scotland: Squads
Wales
G.North, A. Wainwright, T. Williams, M. Martin, T. Reffell, A. Griffin, L. Brown, K. Assiratti, E. Dee, R. Elias, G. Thomas, K. Mathias, C. Domachowski, J. Botham, M. Grady, J. Adams, N. Tompkins, O. Watkin, R. Dyer, J. Roberts, T. Rogers, I. Lloyd, G. Davies, K. Hardy, T. Williams, S. Costelow, C. Evans, Ioan Lloyd, Mackenzie Martin, Aaron Wainwright
Scotland
E.Ashman, J. Bayliss, J. Bhatti, A. Christie, L. Crosbie, S. Cummings, J. Dempsey, R. Darge, G. Gilchrist, R. Gray, M. Fagerson, Z. Fagerson, A. Hepburn, W. Hurd, J. Matthews, WP Nel, J. Ritchie, P. Schoeman, S. Skinner, G. Turner, G. Young, A. Hastings, B. Healy, G. Horne, D. Graham, R. Hutchinson, H. Jones, B. Kinghorn, S. McDowall, H. Paterson, A. Price, C. Redpath, A. Reed, K. Rowe, F. Russell, K. Steyn, S. Tuipulotu, D. van der Merwe, B. White
Where to watch Wales vs Scotland?
TV Channel: BBC one
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