🏉 Exciting Six Nations Clashes Ahead! 🏉


Get ready rugby fans as the 2026 Six Nations kicks off with a bang! 🇫🇷 France and 🇮🇪 Ireland will face off in an exceptional start to the tournament this Thursday at the iconic Stade de France in Paris. The match kicks off at 8.10pm GMT. 🌟

📺 In the UK, you can catch all the live action on ITV1 and STV (for those in Scotland). Tune in 45 minutes early for pre-match excitement and analysis from former international legends.
📱 Prefer streaming? No problem! Watch online via the ITVX platform or the STV Player. And if you miss it live, check back for full match replays and highlights.
🎧 For those who enjoy listening on the go, BBC Radio 5 Live has you covered with comprehensive commentary, also available on the BBC Sounds app.
🏆 Team News: Ireland is led by captain Caelan Doris, but they’re facing a few challenges. Star centre Bundee Aki is out due to disciplinary reasons, and there are some injuries in the front row. Meanwhile, France welcomes back Antoine Dupont as captain, despite some key absences like Thibaud Flament.
Don’t miss this thrilling start to the Six Nations! Share who you think will come out on top! 🏆✨ #SixNations #Rugby2026 #FranceVsIreland