Henry Slade recalled in 36-man England squad ahead of Italy game

Henry Slade missed the game against Scotland due to a hip injury
Henry Slade missed the game against Scotland due to a hip injury
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England have recalled Henry Slade and Henry Arundell in the Six Nations squad ahead of the second round clash against Italy.

Slade missed the opening game against Scotland due to a hip injury that he sustained in Exeter's game against Castres last month.

Meanwhile, London Irish back Arundell is recovering from a foot injury after undergoing a surgery.

Courtney Lawes is also involved with the squad as he continues to recover from a calf injury.

England started their Six Nations campaign with a 23-29 defeat against Scotland and will face Italy in the second round at Twickenham Stadium on 12th February.

England squad:

Forwards: Ollie Chessum, Dan Cole, Ben Curry, Alex Dombrandt, Tom Dunn, Ben Earl, Ellis Genge, Jamie George, Joe Heyes, Jonny Hill, Nick Isiekwe, Maro Itoje, Lewis Ludlam, David Ribbans, Bevan Rodd, Sam Simmonds, Kyle Sinckler, Mako Vunipola, Jack Walker, Jack Willis

Backs: Henry Arundell, Owen Farrell, Tommy Freeman, Ollie Hassell-Collins, Ollie Lawrence, Max Malins, Joe Marchant, Alex Mitchell, Henry Slade, Fin Smith, Marcus Smith, Freddie Steward, Manu Tuilagi, Jack van Poortvliet, Anthony Watson, Ben Youngs.