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England vs Ireland U20 Betting Tips - England U20 winning streak to continue in age-level Six Nations

ralph-staniforth
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Last updated: Wed 18 Feb 2026 22:37
England U20 have kicked off their Six Nations campaign with two victories, solidifying their position as defending champions. Despite Ireland's recent win over Italy, they face a daunting challenge against a dominant England team. The English squad boasts an impressive home record and has maintained recent dominance over Ireland, winning their last two encounters. Fans are eagerly anticipating the upcoming match, where England are favorites to win and continue their unbeaten streak against Ireland.
Ralph Staniforth 18 Feb 2026
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  • England U20 won their first two Six Nations games, remain favorites.
  • Ireland U20 struggling, recent win against Italy after loss to France.
  • England impressive home record, beat Ireland in past encounters.
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England often win their home matches (Getty Images)

England U20 have won their opening two games and are the defending champions. They are backed to get past an Ireland U20 side that look a way off their best.

Key Stats - England U20 in Dominant Form


  • England have won 4 of their last 5 fixtures in all competitions. 
  • England have won 11 of their last 12 home games in all competitions.
  • England are undefeated in their last 3 home matches against Ireland. 
  • Ireland have lost 5 of their last 7 away fixtures in all competitions.
  • Ireland have lost 2 matches in a row against England. 

England U20 Hold Recent Dominance


England U20 lead 9-8 against Ireland at U20 level but most recently, England have been dominant.

England U20 Flying High


England produced an excellent second-half display against Scotland last weekend, winning 33-17 away after leading their hosts 19-17 at the break.

Before that, England defeated Wales in their opening Six Nations U20 Championship match, winning 19-16 at home. 

England are second in the standings with nine points from two games

England boast an impressive home record, having won 11 of their last 12 matches, and they beat Ireland 19-3 away in last year's Six Nations. 

Ireland U20 Struggling to Find their Groove 


Ireland prevailed in their Six Nations U20 Championship match against Italy last weekend, winning 30-27 after trailing 17-15 at half-time. 

Before that result, Ireland lost their Six Nations opener to France 50-21 away. 

Ireland are fourth in the table with five points from two games. 

Ireland will be pleased to have won a match after a run of indifferent results, but will have to play well against England, having failed to beat their hosts in their last four clashes, with two defeats and two draws. 

England vs Ireland U20 Starting Lineups & Team News


England

Finn Keylock, Jimmy Staples, Connor Treacey, James Pater, and Will Knight each scored a try against Scotland last weekend. 

Finn Keylock landed two conversions in the match. 

Starting XV: James Pater, Tyler Offiah, Nick Lilley, Victor Worsnip, George Pearson, Finn Keylock, Lucas Friday, Oliver Scola, Jimmy Staples, Ollie Streeter, Elliot Williams, Patrick Hogg, Aiden Ainsworth-Cave, Seb Kelly, Connor Treacey (c)

Replacements: Jerold Gorleku, Oliver Spencer, Sonny Tonga’uiha, Tate Williams, George Marsh, George Newman, Will Knight, Ollie Davies

Ireland

Christopher Barrett, Daniel Ryan, Derry Moloney, and Josh Neill each scored a try against Italy last weekend. 

Tom Wood slotted two conversions and two penalties in the match.

Starting XV: Noah Byrne, Derry Moloney, Rob Carney, James O’Leary, Daniel Ryan, Tom Wood, Christopher Barrett, Max Doyle, Lee Fitzpatrick, Sami Bishti (c), Joe Finn, Donnacha McGuire, Josh Neill, Billy Hayes, Diarmaid O’Connell

Replacements: Rian Handley, Christian Foley, Blake McClean, Sean Walsh, Ben Blaney, James O’Dwyer, Charlie O’Shea, Johnny O’Sullivan

Verdict

England U20 are backed to cover the -13.5 handicap.

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