England team to face Ireland at The Rec in 2026 U20 Six Nations

February 18, 2026
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The Recreation Ground, Bath hosts the Round 3 clash this Friday (20th, 19:45 kick-off) following England’s 33-17 victory over Scotland at the Hive Stadium last week. The match will be streamed live on BBC iPlayer.

Back-row forward Connor Treacey leads the side at his club’s home stadium, with Ollie Streeter and Tyler Offiah integrated into the starting XV for the latter’s first Six Nations start.

Jerold Gorleku, Tate Williams and George Newman are set for their U20 debuts from the replacements bench, with Ollie Davies returning for his first capped matchday involvement this season.

England U20 Men travel to Treviso to face Italy at the Stadio Comunale di Monigo on Friday 6th March (19:15 kick-off) in Round 4 of the 2026 Under-20 Men’s Six Nations Championship.

“We have put a big focus around connections off the pitch since coming together in January, and it’s been great to see this come to fruition in the opening two rounds when we have found ourselves in difficult positions,” assistant coach Will Parkin said.

“Learning from the weather and territory in Round 1 against Wales to what ill-discipline can lead too against Scotland - to continue the momentum we have built so far, it's important that we learn from these previous experiences.

“We will continue to focus on ourselves and developing the skills that are required to play our game, we’ve had a good week of training and I am looking forward to seeing the players run out at The Rec this Friday.

“We know there is a big crowd coming to watch, which is a huge privilege, but also vital for supporting the players development as they progress through their careers. The boys are excited to put in a performance against Ireland that reflects our connected, courageous and relentless attitude.”

England U20 Men’s side to face Ireland (includes current club, community club and previous U20 caps)

15 James Pater (Northampton Saints, Shelford RFC, 2 caps)

14 Tyler Offiah (Bath Rugby, Ealing Trailfinders, 4 caps)

13 Nick Lilley (Exeter Chiefs, Ivybridge RFC, 10 caps)

12 Victor Worsnip (Bristol Bears, Bank of England RFC, 2 caps)

11 George Pearson (Leicester Tigers, Buckingham RFC, 5 caps)

10 Finn Keylock (Saracens, Marlow RUFC, 1 caps)

9 Lucas Friday (Harlequins, Bromley RFC, 10 caps)

1 Oliver Scola (Northampton Saints, Old Northamptonians RFC, 11 caps)

2 Jimmy Staples (Harlequins, Worthing Rugby Club, 2 caps)

3 Ollie Streeter (Harlequins, Haywards Heath RFC, 3 caps)

4 Elliot Williams (Harlequins, 2 caps)