I only saw the last half hour of the second half but Scotland never threatened. I presume they were better in the first half. You couldn't argue with the result based on what I saw.
6 Nations 2017
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Val
Ryder Cup Winner
We had a steady if unspectacular first half but 2 bad decisions second half ultimately cost us, the penalty reversal for Ali Prices brain fart and also the carry on with the ball falling off the kicking tee.
Doon frae Troon
Ryder Cup Winner
Great effort from Scotland, well played France good fighting finish.
The trouble for Scotland now is that with our squad is so thin and what looks like six of our best players now injured we are basically...basically... erm.....can't quite put my finger on the word I want there.
The trouble for Scotland now is that with our squad is so thin and what looks like six of our best players now injured we are basically...basically... erm.....can't quite put my finger on the word I want there.
Val
Ryder Cup Winner
What 6 players?
Barclay and Hardie are HIA, they'll do return to play protocols and should be back for the Wales game. As for Laidlaw, we'll see what the medical news brings. I believe Wilson had a minor injury and will also be available for the Wales game.
That's about it injury wise.
Doon frae Troon
Ryder Cup Winner
I'm thinking full Scotland squad, assume you are thinking 6 nations quad.
Val
Ryder Cup Winner
Fair point, Neil and Dickinson a big loss to be fair, had they been available our scrum may have faired better today. Both have been unavailable for that long I'd forgotten about them.
SwingsitlikeHogan
Major Champion
Disappointed but no complaints. We could easy have won that - though not easily ...
Bunkermagnet
Journeyman Pro
BUt if found to have suffered head trauma/concussion then they might not even be eligible for the England game.
Val
Ryder Cup Winner
All true granted, it wouldn't surprise me if Hardie was concussed today.
SwingsitlikeHogan
Major Champion
He did rather look away with the fairies as he was helped up.
This is where England have such an advantage. Their bench is so much stronger than any other six nation side then can cope with injuries far easier
Doon frae Troon
Ryder Cup Winner
Laidlaw out for the rest of the six nations
We will miss his kicking but Price is quicker and less predictable.
We are quite strong in half backs but decent props and flankers are thin on the ground.
We will miss his kicking but Price is quicker and less predictable.
We are quite strong in half backs but decent props and flankers are thin on the ground.
Val
Ryder Cup Winner
Our biggest concern right now is who replaces Dunbar if he doesn't come through the return to play protocols in time
upsidedown
Tour Winner
Fantastic game and well deserved win for Scotland, great defence and took chances when they came 
fundy
Ryder Cup Winner
Stunning 2nd half from Scotland, if they could find a scrummage that goes forward they'd be one helluva side. Thought Watson was superb yet again
SocketRocket
Ryder Cup Winner
Good to see Scotland playing so well. Great Captain debut for Barclay.
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Doon frae Troon
Ryder Cup Winner
Next please..........
From a nation with TWO professional rugby teams that was brilliant.
After 60 minutes and replacement time I thought we were toast.
From a nation with TWO professional rugby teams that was brilliant.
After 60 minutes and replacement time I thought we were toast.
DCB
Well-known member
Wow ! What a game.
This is some Squad that Vern Cotter has assembled. Playing great rugby this season, at long last
This is some Squad that Vern Cotter has assembled. Playing great rugby this season, at long last
Val
Ryder Cup Winner
That was pleasin., Still plenty boozing to be done today.
Triple crown?
Triple crown?
Doon frae Troon
Ryder Cup Winner
Wow ! What a game.
This is some Squad that Vern Cotter has assembled. Playing great rugby this season, at long last
Vern should get an Hon Knighthood INVHO
[Not that I believe in the honours system
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