16th Nov 2020 Reading Time: 2 mins Share by Bradley West England’s Autumn Nations Cup clash with Ireland next weekend is their ‘most important game of the year’ according to head coach Eddie Jones. The Red Rose may have kicked off their Autumn Nations Cup campaign with a comfortable 40-0 victory over Georgia but it appears attentions have already turned to a huge clash at Twickenham against Andy Farrell’s side on Saturday. Ireland were impressive as they brushed Wales aside 32-9 in the tournament opener and Jones, who has had his fair share of battles with the Irish over the years, knows that a stiff test awaits – one which will go a long way to deciding how Group A pans out. “We realise the Ireland game is going to be the most important game of the year,” Jones said. “We’ll go away and have a good preparation. Ireland will be cock‑a‑hoop after their big win against Wales so they’ll come with plenty of confidence and swagger.” Amid tricky conditions England were professional against Georgia, with Jamie George scoring a hat-trick as Jones’ plan of pack domination proved too much for the tier two nation. 🏉 BIG week ahead 💪 With Ireland heading to HQ next weekend, Eddie believes this is England’s most important Test of 2020 so far. 🌹#QuilterInternationals #AutumnNationsCup Google Ad – 300×250 — England Rugby (@EnglandRugby) November 15, 2020 Jack Willis also scored a try on debut while Elliot Daly and Dan Robson added further scores but, despite the shutout, Jones is adamant that his side will have to step up a gear against Ireland. Recent history will be with England though, having beaten Ireland in their last three encounters including triumphing 24-12 at Twickenham on route to claiming this year’s Guinness Six Nations trophy. Jones added: “Georgia produced a challenge in the set-piece and our set-piece cohesion was absolutely outstanding. “We probably would have liked to have been a bit sharper in terms of our execution with the ball we won. “We probably left another 20 points out there, but we are pretty happy with the display. I was delighted with the resolve and attitude of the side. “Ireland will be a completely different game. I’d like us to execute a bit better.” Related News post 1 day ago Super Springboks and awesome Australia star in Rugby Championship Reading: 4 mins Previous Story Highlights: Italy v Scotland Next Story Dream debuts and hat-trick heroes: Best of social media More News News Super Springboks and awesome Australia star in Rugby Championship 1 day ago News Southern Hemisphere giants gear up for Rugby Championship return 4th Aug 2022 News Standout players from the summer who have stepped up ahead... 19th Jul 2022 More News Google Ad – 300×100