WORCESTER pair Samantha Dale and Katherine Merchant will be among the starters for England Women's A' team today in their second European Championship match in Madrid.
After a 62-0, 10-try victory against Russia in the opening game of the tournament, England take on Italy A'.
Merchant is one of just three players to start both games.
England A' head coach Amanda Bennett said: "This game is certainly going to be a step-up from our fixture against Russia on Saturday.
"Looking at the Italian squad, they are fielding several players who actually play first-team rugby so they are going to have a lot of experience. This fixture is certainly going to be the biggest game of our pool.
"We have made several changes to the starting line-up and this is because we have to get everyone in the squad some game-time as soon as possible. With four games in seven days, players need a chance to make their mark but also have some rest."
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