We asked for your views after Scotland were drawn with Ireland, Uruguay and Portugal in Pool D at the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
Here’s what some of you said:
Andy: Shocker of a draw for Scotland that will most likely see us out the tournament before the crunch games start. While unlucky to be in group where runners-up immediately face a group winner, Scotland need to focus on one game v Ireland that will determine their fate and I have zero confidence in Gregor Townsend to deliver a win when it’s most required.
Kenny: The draw this time has been much kinder when compared with the last World Cup draw. Ireland, as always, should prove difficult to beat but we must be confident of getting through to the latter stages this time. The real question lies in what team(s) are we going to meet thereafter.
George: Scotland have to beat Ireland in the Six Nations and show all what they are made of. The other two games should be won but it’s Scotland remember. We should make the next round at least.
Sean: Townsend has never beaten Ireland – despite their own drop in form I can’t see that changing, particularly given all signs of lack of ability to turn up and perform in big games (notably against Ireland). That would most likely leave France in the round of 16, which all points to another abject early WC exit.
Ross: Ireland have had our number for many years but it may not all be that bad. Versus the likes of England, South Africa, France and Argentina, Ireland are in a slump with ageing players. It’s whether we can improve and start putting in 60-70 minute performances.
Scotty: There’s effectively just under two years to go before this tournament kicks off and a lot can happen in two years – two Six Nations and a Nations Cup to be exact. While Scotland clearly struggle against Ireland, the other teams that are on our side of the draw we have beaten before and hold no fear.
Callum: This is becoming boring, three World Cups in a row we’ve been drawn with Ireland! Surely there is a better way of mixing up the draw. With all the changes being made to the game to make it more entertaining, this is something World Rugby should look into.
Nigel: This looks an interesting and not a favourable draw by any means. Portugal are up and coming, Uruguay did well in the 2023 WC, and Ireland just love playing against Scotland don’t they?
