Kabeya Believes England Can Turn Adversity into Advantage Against Scotland

According to Sadia Kabeya, England is poised to showcase their squad depth as they face Scotland at Murrayfield on Saturday, despite being plagued by injuries and pregnancy-related absences. The Red Roses will be without 10 key players, including double World Cup winner Alex Matthews, who is sidelined due to a shoulder issue. This has resulted in 22-year-old Lilli Ives Campion, a relatively inexperienced lock, partnering with converted back-row player Abi Burton in the engine room. Kabeya views this challenge as an opportunity for England to demonstrate their strength in depth, building on their 33-12 victory over Ireland in the championship's opening round. "This team is known for its depth, and now we have a chance to prove it," Kabeya said. The flanker acknowledged the unfortunate circumstances but expressed confidence in the players stepping up, citing their strong performances in the Premiership Women's Rugby and successful training sessions. With a record crowd of over 25,000 expected to attend, Kabeya recognizes the significance of the match, particularly for the Scottish team. Having never played at Murrayfield before, Kabeya is excited to be part of this historic event, which promises to be an emotional encounter.