Overview
- Scotland closed the series by beating Tonga 56-0, with the visitors receiving four yellow cards and one upgraded to a 20-minute red.
- Gregor Townsend said supporters expect too much against elite opponents and insisted he has never been more convinced the team is close to a breakthrough.
- The head coach highlighted a 20-minute lapse against Argentina that turned a 21-0 lead into defeat as the main lesson to fix before the Six Nations.
- Calls for Townsend’s position to be reviewed have persisted despite his September contract extension through the 2027 World Cup.
- SRU leaders Alex Williamson and David Nucifora are expected to be questioned about Townsend’s deal at this week’s AGM, as players return to clubs targeting form for the Italy opener.