The Scotish national squad is one of toughness and heritage. Here are 10 fun facts about the Scots you can use to impress your mates at the pub.
Last Title in 1999 – Scotland's most recent championship win came in 1999 (five nations), just before the tournament expanded to six teams with the addition of Italy.
Calcutta Cup Rivalry – Scotland and England compete annually for the Calcutta Cup, one of rugby’s oldest trophies, first contested in 1879.
Grand Slam Wins – Scotland has secured the Grand Slam (beating all opponents in a single tournament) three times in the Five Nations era: 1925, 1984, and 1990.
Triple Crown Triumphs – Scotland has won the Triple Crown (defeating England, Ireland, and Wales in the same tournament) ten times, with the last victory in 1990.
Murrayfield Fortress – Scotland’s home ground, Murrayfield Stadium, has been the site of some legendary Six Nations upsets, with a record capacity of 67,144.
Record Six Nations Win – Scotland’s biggest victory in the Six Nations was a 52-10 demolition of England at Twickenham in 2021, their largest winning margin in the fixture
Most Capped Six Nations Player – Scottish legend Stuart Hogg holds the record for most Six Nations appearances for Scotland, featuring in more than 50 matches before retiring in 2023
Oldest International Rivalry – Scotland and England played the first-ever international rugby match in 1871, laying the foundation for their annual Calcutta Cup clash.
The Miracle Comeback vs. England (2019) – In the 2019 Six Nations, Scotland produced one of the greatest comebacks in rugby history. Trailing 31-0 after 31 minutes at Twickenham, they roared back to lead 38-31, before England salvaged a 38-38 draw in the final seconds. It remains the highest-scoring draw in Six Nations history and Scotland's biggest-ever comeback!
We hope you enjoyed these fun facts, more will follow about the other nations!
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