England took a massive step towards back-to-back Under-20 Six Nations titles with a 27-10 victory over France in Bath.

Mark Mapletoft's side have now defeated 2023 champions Ireland and the world champions from two years ago in the opening two rounds.

With Wales edging out Italy 20-18 in Treviso, it means England remain the only undefeated side in the competition.

The defending champions next face Scotland, who remain without a win after defeats by Italy and Ireland, at Hive Stadium on Friday, 21 February.

Ireland bounced back from their opening defeat at home to England, with a convincing win over Scotland and take on Wales on 21 February.

France, who last won the title in 2018, travel to Italy on Saturday, 22 February.

England have called up 20-year-old rising star Henry Pollock for a three-day training camp as Tom Curry recuperates following Saturday's win over France.

Back row Pollock has enjoyed a breakthrough season with Northampton after playing a key role in England Under-20s' World Cup triumph in the summer.

Curry, who played the entirity of England's opening two Six Nations games, is following a modified recovery schedule after having surgery on his hip last year.

He and second row George Martin are continuing rehabilitation alongside their international team-mates as they prepare for the Six Nations meeting with Scotland on 22 February.

Both Curry and Martin are expected to resume full training next week in the build-up to the Calcutta Cup contest.

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BBC iPlayer

BBC Sport will have live coverage of every match in the Under 20s Six Nations, starting this weekend with England hosting Scotland at Kingston Park, Newcastle.

Friday 21st February

England v Scotland (19:05 - 21:15) - Coverage available via BBC Red Button, BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website.

Wales v Ireland (19:45 - 21:45) - Coverage available via BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website.

Saturday 22nd February

Italy v France (19:35 - 21:45) - Coverage available via BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website.

BBC Sport

Camaraderie and teamwork are vital skills in most team sports, but none to the same extent as in rugby union.

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Although a certain level of physical stature is required in the professional ranks, rugby union really is an accessible sport, with the wide range of functions between different positions making it a sport for everybody,

Forwards are typically stronger, heavier and entrusted with the more physical aspects of the game, whereas backs utilise pace and agility.

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