England team to face Wales in 2026 Guinness Six Nations opener

England men’s head coach Steve Borthwick has named his team to take on Wales at Allianz Stadium on Saturday 7 February (kick-off 4.40pm, live on ITV1) in the opening round of the 2026 Guinness Six Nations.

Jamie George will captain England for their first fixture of the 2026 Guinness Men’s Six Nations Championship, supported by vice-captains George Ford and Ellis Genge.

“England versus Wales is always a special occasion in the rugby calendar. It’s a fierce rivalry with a long history, and one that brings a huge challenge every time we meet,” said Borthwick.

“We expect Wales to bring a kicking game, so we’ll need to be accurate in how we respond to that challenge. For us, our focus is on executing our game plan and maintaining discipline throughout the match.

“We’re excited to get the Championship underway at a packed-out Allianz Stadium. The support we receive at home is outstanding and always gives the players a huge lift.”