ARMITAGE AND THORPE SCORE AS ENGLAND UNDER 21s BEAT HOSTS
Scotland Under 21s 14 England Under 21s 25

England bounced back from their defeat by New Zealand last Friday to achieve their first win in the IRB Under 21 World Championship with victory over Scotland at Netherdale last night. London Irish's Delon Armitage and Richard Thorpe scored tries and Armitage added two conversions and a penalty for a personal tally of 12 points.

For much of the game the result rarely seemed in doubt as England gradually built up a winning margin that stretched to 16 points late in the second half before Scotland finally got into their stride.

England's heavier forwards did the damage, ruling the line-outs and showing good technique in the rolling mauls to wear down their opponents and win the battle of the back rows.

Scotland made it easier for England with three players receiving yellow cards during the game. England twice gained from Scotland's numerical disadvantage, scoring two of their three tries when their opponents were down to 14 men.

It was Scotland who struck first with a penalty by fullback Brian Archibald, a penalty by outside half Bradley Davies launched England's scoring. The real first half breakthrough however came after a period of sustained pressure that ended with full back Delon Armitage racing through the defence for the opening try.

Armitage converted and then added a penalty in reply to a further effort from Archibald to give England a half-time lead of 13-6.

Early in the second half a third Archibald penalty reduced England's lead but a try by Rees stretched the lead. Then from a driven line-out, new cap Richard Thorpe claimed the touchdown.

Thereafter, Scotland took control of the match and were rewarded with a try by outside-half Stephen Jones.

HOSPITALITY PACKAGES FOR THE LONDON DOUBLE HEADER

Our 2004/05 Zurich Premiership season will kick off with a special all London Double Header at Twickenham on Saturday 4th September 2004. The four London clubs in the Zurich Premiership - London Irish, London Wasps, NEC Harlequins and Saracens - will play their opening Premiership fixtures against each other on the first Saturday of the new domestic season. The event at Twickenham aims to create real excitement in the capital city and provides supporters of all four London based clubs with a fantastic day of competition at the home of England Rugby.

Our hospitality area will be located in the 'North Try Line' suite and will include:

• Three course buffet style lunch prior to our match
• Use of cash bar facility
• Afternoon Tea  served after our match
• Top price match ticket for both matches

Tickets are priced at £100 inc. VAT per person (£85.11 exc. VAT).

Car parking will also be available to purchase (subject to availability) at £15 for the Rosebine Car Park and £20 at the ground.

To book please contact us:

Kelly Adey – 01932 750113 - kelly.adey@london-irish.com
Verity Keal – 01932 750114 - verity.keal@london-irish.com

DON'T FORGET FATHER'S DAY!

WIN FOUR TICKETS FOR YOU AND YOUR FRIENDS TO TOAST AUSTRALIA

Get a taste of Australia at Toast Life on Sunday the 11th of July for you and three of your mates.  This spectacular food and wine festival is a fantastic summer's day out and features the finest Australian wines, food, sport, music and live entertainment. 

Set in the stunning grounds of Syon Park, West London visitors will be entertained with a non-stop line up of performances, cultural demonstrations and sporting matches.

Watch as English and Australian teams battle it out on the sports field in the cricket, polocrosse and the Global Visa's Rugby Match of the Day as London Irish take on an Aussie Invitational 7.

London Irish is giving the first 25 lucky entrants four tickets each (a total value £100) for you and your mates to attend Toast Australia. For your chance to win, e-mail toastaustralia@brandevents.co.uk with the subject 'LONDON IRISH, along with your name and address.

Toast Australia follows the hugely popular Toast New Zealand on Saturday, July 10. Both these events are priced at £25, and tickets can be booked by calling 0870 906 3776.  See www.toastlife.co.uk for more info.

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