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England lost 27-22 to Ireland in the Six Nations opener, with key performances from Curry and Steward.

England`s rugby team faced a tough challenge in their opening match of the 2025 Guinness Six Nations Championship, suffering a narrow defeat to Ireland with a score of 27-22 at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Despite a promising start, England struggled to maintain their momentum in the second half, allowing Ireland to capitalize and secure the victory.

The English side showcased their talent with tries from Cadan Murley, Tom Curry, and Tommy Freeman, while Marcus Smith added seven points through his kicking. However, Ireland`s resilience shone through as they scored 22 points in the second half, with notable tries from James Lowe, Bundee Aki, Tadhg Beirne, and Dan Sheehan. England managed to salvage a losing bonus point thanks to late tries from Curry and Freeman.

Key performances came from Freddie Steward, who made significant contributions in both attack and defense, and Ben Curry, who led the team in tackles. However, defensive lapses and an inability to sustain pressure ultimately hindered England`s chances of victory. Following this match, Ireland sits atop the standings with one win and five points, while England, despite the loss, earned a bonus point, placing them at one point.

This match marked a significant moment for England`s interim head coach Simon Easterby, who aimed to lead his team to redemption after last year`s defeat to Ireland. The stakes are high as the tournament progresses, and both teams will look to build on their performances in the upcoming rounds. For more details on the match, visit England Rugby and Sporting News.

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