Scotland have had a strong hold on the Calcutta Cup in recent years, while under-performing in the Six Nations as a whole. On last weekend’s evidence, those may have been the good days. Gregor Townsend’s men were beaten by Italy in as Scottish a downpour as Rome is likely to have ever seen.
But to universal confusion, Townsend has also left Kinghorn and van der Merwe out of the squad for this Round 2 clash. Graham is back on the bench. What makes the decision even more perplexing is that van der Merwe, Scotland’s record try scorer, has dominated this game. The last time England went to Murrayfield, the wing scored a hat-trick.
After England went up with a predictably brutal 48-7 beatdown by Wales, Steve Borthwick would have expected Townsend’s big guns to return to the fold. Instead, Scotland fans have been hoping that the starting XV could at least psych Borthwick out instead.
Henry Arundell broke the deadlock and scored three tries in the round, with captain Maro Itoje only featuring in the last half hour. He starts Saturday’s clash in place of Jamie George, with Marcus Smith coming in for Fin Smith in the only other change.
Read on below for our guide to where to watch Scotland vs England on TV and get Six Nations 2026 free streams online.
Watch Scotland vs England for FREE
This game – along with every other match in the 2026 Six Nations – will be streamed alive and free across the UK and Ireland. The Scotland vs England live stream will be shown on:
🇬🇧 United Kingdom: ITVX
🇮🇪 Ireland: Virgin Media Play
What if you are abroad? Use NordVPN to unlock your free stream – more on that below.
How to watch any Scotland vs England stream using a VPN
A VPN is a handy piece of software that can make your device look like it’s back in your home country so you can unlock your usual service. The best VPN right now? We recommend NordVPN – it does it all and comes with a 74% discount and Amazon gift cards embedded on some plans.
How to watch Scotland vs England live streams in USA
Scotland vs England and all 2026 Six Nations matches will be streamed live on Peacock in the United States.
Peacock TV subscriptions start from $10.99 per month (you need at least the Premium tier), and you’ll also be able to watch Premier League soccer and the Winter Olympics on the platform.
Outside the US for the Calcutta Cup? Use NordVPN to access your usual streams.
How to watch Scotland vs England live streams in the UK
Rugby fans in the UK can watch Scotland vs England for free on ITV, as is the case with all of England’s Six Nations matches.
TV coverage is switched on ITV1, while you can also stream Scotland vs England live and on demand via it for free ITVX website and mobile app.
If you are outside the UK but want to take advantage of your usual coverage, check out NordVPN and follow the instructions above.
ITV is a free service, but to use it you need to hold a valid UK TV license as this also covers consumption of digital content.
How to watch Scotland vs England live streams in Ireland
As mentioned above, all Six Nations 2026 games are free-to-air TV in Ireland.
Virgin Media 1 shows Scotland vs England, meaning it will also be available to stream on Virgin Media Play platform.
Not in Ireland right now? Check out NordVPN.
How to watch Scotland vs England live streams in South Africa
Scotland vs England will be televised on subscription service Super Sport.
You must have one DStv access package to watch the Calcutta Cup on SuperSport with prices starting from R699 ($44) per month.
Abroad right now? Just use a VPN and tell your device that you are back home and ready to go.
How to watch Scotland vs England live streams in Australia
In Australia, Scotland vs England is on Stan Sports.
It costs $20 a month on top of a regular Stan plan that starts at $12 a month.
Away from Oz? Use a VPN to watch Stan Sport from abroad.
How to watch Scotland vs England live streams in New Zealand
Sky Sports NZ is the Six Nations 2026 television rights holder in New Zealand.
You can access Sky Sport via satellite TV or catch a Scotland vs England live stream with Sky Sports now subscription service from $29.99 per day or $54.99 per month. You can also stream the T20 World Cup on the platform.
Are you missing the match between Scotland and England because you are abroad? NordVPN will give you access to your home streaming service.
How to watch Scotland vs England in Japan
In Japan, Scotland vs England will be streamed live on Wowow. Prices start at ¥2,530 ($16) per month.
Visiting Japan from England for the Calcutta Cup? Take advantage of your free streams using a VPN like NordVPN.
What is the kick-off time for Scotland vs England?
The scheduled kick-off time for Scotland vs England on Saturday 14 February is 16:40 GMT local time in Edinburgh, which is 11:40 a.m. ET / 8:40 a.m. PT in the US.
Can I watch Scotland vs England on my mobile?
Of course, most broadcasters have streaming services that you can access via mobile apps or via your phone’s browser. For example, ITVX, Peacock and Virgin Media Play all have dedicated apps.
You can also keep up to date with all things Six Nations on the official social media channels at X (@SixNations), YouTube (@Men’sSixNations) and Instagram (@SixNationsRugby).
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