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 kicked off the tournament with a straightforward triumph over Ireland in the inaugural match. England and Wales, on the other hand, shared the points, unable to break the deadlock at Ninian Park, resulting in a 1–1 draw. England asserted their dominance over Ireland in their second game with a convincing win, while Wales pulled off an impressive upset by defeating Scotland on their home turf with a hard-fought 1–0 victory.