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Henry Slade and Henry Thomas called into England squad ahead of Six Nations

England coach Stuart Lancaster calls up both Henry Slade and Henry Thomas he seeks injury cover ahead of the Six Nations opener against Wales in Cardiff.

Henry Slade and Henry Thomas have both been called up to England's Six Nations squad ahead of their opening match with Wales on Friday.

Slade was the star performer as England Saxons beat Ireland Wolfhounds in Cork last night, scoring 13 of his side's 18 points, while Thomas comes in as cover for the injured David Wilson.

England coach Stuart Lancaster told reporters: "We are hoping that David's injury will settle down but we need to consider our options at tight head over the next few days and Henry's form deserves consideration.

"Kyle's scan showed that he does not need surgery but he is not back training so we have the option to bring Henry in on the back of a good performance out in Cork."

England have a whole host of injury problems as they approach the tournament, with the likes of Joe Launchbury, Ben Foden, Manu Tuilagi and Ben Morgan currently out.

England start their campaign in Cardiff before they host Italy at Twickenham the following week.

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