England claim opening win under Friday night lights

Wales 19 England 26

Fri, 04 Feb, 2011 - 21:33

Wales 19 England 26

England justified their tag as RBS 6 Nations title favourites by claiming a first victory in Cardiff since they were crowned 2003 world champions.

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