England vs Italy – Six Nations: How to watch, when is it and who will be playing
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England are looking to get back to winning ways after a shock Six Nations loss to Scotland when hosting Italy, but how can you watch the game? When is? And what are the latest team news?
England will be looking for their first victory in the 2023 Six Nations when they host Italy on Sunday.
Steve Borthwick’s side suffered a home defeat to rivals Scotland in their opener last weekend.
Duhan van der Merwe, Ben White and Huw Jones scored a try in Scotland’s 29-23 win over England.
Italy also suffered a defeat in their first game of the Six Nations, losing 24-29 to champions France.
England currently sit fifth in the Six Nations table following their loss to Scotland and will be looking to win again on Sunday.
England suffered a shock defeat in their first Six Nations match against Scotland.
Italy also suffered a loss in their opening game, losing to Six Nations champions France.
Borthwick’s men will be looking to make home advantage count against Kieran Crowley’s Italy.
Sportsmail breaks down everything you need to know about England’s second Six Nations clash against Italy.
When is England vs Italy?
England will play their second game of the 2023 Six Nations against Italy on Sunday 12 February, with the match kicking off at 3pm
The matchup between England and Italy will take place at Twickenham in London.
Since the Six Nations was formed in 2000, Italy have never beaten England.
How to watch England vs Italy
The match will be broadcast live on ITV1, with coverage starting at 2:15 p.m.
Fans will also be able to stream the game online via the ITVX app or the ITV website.
Sportsmail will also be covering the game live so you can stay up to date with us.
Sunday’s Six Nations match between England and Italy will take place at Twickenham
What has been said in the preparation?
Asked if Borthwick would give his starting XV a chance to redeem themselves against Italy on Sunday, Borthwick said: “One of the fundamental things is picking the right team for the way we want to play against that specific opponent.”
“If we can build a spirit here to make sure the team is the most important thing, then I think we’ll have a chance.”
Steve Borthwick will expect a reaction from his side on Sunday when they take on Italy.
What is the latest team news before England vs Italy and who will be playing?
Following the defeat to Scotland in the opening game, Borthwick has had to make some tough changes ahead of the game against Italy.
Ben Youngs, Ben Curry and Anthony Watson are the big names left out of Borthwick’s squad to face Italy.
All three appeared in England’s opening Six Nations match against Scotland.
Ben Youngs has not been named in England’s squad to face Italy on Sunday
England’s full squad for the match against Italy is as follows:
Forwards: Ollie Chessum, Dan Cole, Alex Dombrandt, Tom Dunn, Ben Earl, Ellis Genge, Jamie George, Nick Isiekwe, Maro Itoje, Lewis Ludlam, David Ribbans, Kyle Sinckler, Mako Vunipola, Jack Walker, Jack Willis
From behind: Henry Arundell, Owen Farrell, Tommy Freeman, Ollie Hassell-Collins, Ollie Lawrence, Max Malins, Joe Marchant, Alex Mitchell, Henry Slade, Fin Smith, Marcus Smith, Freddie Steward, Manu Tuilagi, Jack van Poortvliet
Italy will name their official squad for Sunday’s clash with England on Friday.