Scotland v England Six Nations 2026: Calcutta Cup stats, record scorelines, odds - when did England last beat Scotland at Murrayfield?
Can Scotland bounce back from a disappointing start in this year’s Six Nations?
Scotland are preparing to face England in their home game in this year’s Six Nations.
It comes after a disappointing 18-15 defeat to Italy in torrential rain in Rome.
Now they will be looking to beat the Auld Enemy for the third time in succession at Murrayfield to get their tournament back on track, although the English are on a high after thunderous 48-7 win over Wales in their opening game.
Here's everything you need to know about the English game.
When are Scotland playing England in the Six Nations?
England v Scotland takes place on Saturday, February 14, with the match kicking off at 4.40pm.
It's taking place at Murrayfield Stadium, in Edinburgh.
Can I watch the game on television?
The match will be broadcast live on STV, with coverage starting at 4.10pm.
Who is the referee?
The referee is Nika Amashukeli (Georgia), assisted by Andrea Piardi (Italy) and Gianluca Gnecchi (Italy). The TMO is Marius van der Westhuizen (South Africa).
Who has won the most games in the fixture?
England and Scotland first played rugby union in 1871 when Scotland were triumphant in the first ever international match. Since then they have played a total of 143 matches, with England winning 77, Scotland 47, and 19 matches ending in a draw.
When did England last beat Scotland at Murrayfield?
Scotland have been triumphant in their last two Six Nations matches at Murrayfield, winning 20-17 in 2022 and 30-21 in 2024.
It means England’s last Murrayfield victory was back in 2020 when they won 6-13.
When did England last beat Scotland in the Six Nations?
Scotland’s run of four wins against England came to an end last year, when they lost 16-15 in a painfully tight match at Twickenham.
What's been the biggest winning margin and points scored?
England's largest points total was 61 on March 11, 2017, while Scotland's largest score was 38 on March 16, 2019.
England's largest winning margin was 40 points on both March 3, 2001, and March 11, 2017, while Scotland won by 27 on February 15, 1986.
Which team has the longest winning streak?
England won ten successive games between 1991 and 2000, while Scotland managed a four match winning streak between 1970 and 1973 - a feat they equalled between 2021 and 2024.
Who is favourite to win the Calcutta Cup?
The bookies have England as clear 2/7 favourites, with Scotland priced at 3/1. The odds of a draw are 22/1. But Scotland are no strangers to beating England as outsiders.
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