England women's head coach John Mitchell has praised his team's 87-4 win over Scotland, calling it a 'special' performance after a challenging week. The team had to overcome adversity, including a lengthy injury list that saw key players such as Alex Matthews, Hannah Botterman, and Morwenna Talling ruled out. Despite these setbacks, the Red Roses delivered an impressive display, with five tries in the first half and seven in the second.
Mitchell highlighted the 'courage' shown by his team in adapting to new circumstances and praised the impact of younger players. The match showcased England's squad depth, with players like Maddie Feaunati putting in strong performances.
In contrast, Scotland's lack of depth was exposed, with former Scotland international Jade Konkel noting that the team's lack of gain line and high number of turnovers were major concerns.