England women's head coach John Mitchell praised his team's 87-4 victory over Scotland in the Women's Six Nations, calling it a 'special' win despite a challenging week. The team had to overcome a lengthy injury list, including key players Alex Matthews, Hannah Botterman, and Morwenna Talling, and made five changes to the starting lineup. Mitchell stated that this was the toughest test his side had faced, but it provided an opportunity for each player to demonstrate their worth. The Red Roses delivered an outstanding performance, scoring five tries in the first half and seven in the second, with Mia Venner and Haineala Lutui making notable contributions on their third and second Test appearances, respectively.
Mitchell attributed the success to the team's courage and adaptability, saying, 'That was a special performance... I am fortunate to have such a great staff and coaching group.' He also praised the team's ability to play an authentic game, allowing each player to showcase their unique skills.
England's dominant win highlighted the importance of squad depth, while Scotland struggled with their lack of depth, resulting in a disappointing performance. Former Scotland international Jade Konkel noted that Scotland's statistics, including missed tackles and turnovers, told the story of their struggles, and they must step up their game to compete with top teams.