We have not lost sight of reality after big win, says Southwell

HUGO SOUTHWELL is certain Scotland have not lost sight of reality after the heady excitement of last weekend’s unexpected Calcutta Cup triumph.

The Scottish squad have spent a lot of time this week talking about their desire to show greater attacking flair in their final RBS 6 Nations game of the season against Italy today after only managing one try in their previous four matches. However, full-back Southwell insists the players must be able to walk before they can run.

“I don’t think there was ever any danger of us getting carried away with ourselves,” said the 27-year-old Edinburgh star ahead of the wooden spoon decider in Rome.