1961
Five Nations⁠

How England performed

England finished fourth in 1961, a year after sharing the title. Narrow away defeats opened the campaign: 3–6 to Wales at Cardiff Arms Park, Cardiff, and 8–11 to Ireland at Lansdowne Road, Dublin.

Back at Twickenham, London, England drew 5–5 with France and then beat Scotland 6–0 for their only win. Points were level across the championship, with 22 scored and 22 conceded, from one win, one draw and two defeats.

Head coach

None (the first was appointed in 1969)

Record

P4 W1 D1 L2

Points

22 for, 22 against