04/11/2025 19:01
Scotland Prepares for All Blacks with Squad Adjustments and Injury Worries
The prospect of Zander Fagerson featuring in the autumn internationals is considered a 'long shot' by many, given he has not played competitive rugby in seven months. There are concerns that pitching him against the All Blacks after such a long layoff would be unfair, highlighting a perceived lack of quality back-up for Scotland.
In preparation for the upcoming Test against the All Blacks, Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend has made five changes to his wider training squad, which includes the 'axing' of an 'excellent' debutant. Additionally, young flanker Liam McConnell, alongside teammates Harri Morris and Ross Thompson, has returned to club duty with Edinburgh, thus missing out on the opportunity to face the All Blacks.