Scotland had kicked off the competition with an easy victory over Ireland in the first match. England and Wales by contrast split the points, failing to breach a 1–1 draw at Ninian Park. England exerted their authority over the Irish in their second game with a simple win, whilst Wales performed the impressive feat of beating Scotland on their home turf with a hard-won 1–0 success.
Scotland set the tone for the competition with a convincing victory over Ireland in the opening match. Meanwhile, England and Wales drew 1–1 at Ninian Park, failing to capitalize on scoring chances. England then asserted their authority over Ireland by winning the second game comfortably, while Wales pulled off an impressive upset by defeating Scotland 1–0 on their home turf.