London - England coach Stuart Lancaster has released 17 players from his Six Nations squad so they can play for their clubs in the Premiership this weekend.
England won their opening two matches in the tournament, including a 47-17 victory over Italy at Twickenham on Saturday.
"We have reviewed the Italy match this morning with the whole squad and, while we were pleased to score six tries and win by 30 points, we all know there is plenty to work on," Lancaster told a news conference on Tuesday.