Ireland face Thursday France clash in 2026 Six Nations Ireland will begin their 2026 Six Nations campaign with a first-ever Thursday night fixture in France on 5 February. Rugby • 19 May
Ireland face Thursday France clash in 2026 Six Nations Ireland will begin their 2026 Six Nations campaign with a first-ever Thursday night fixture in France on 5 February. Rugby • 19 May
France focused on closing out Six Nations - Alldritt Gregory Alldritt has urged France to make their mark on history by closing out Guinness Six Nations glory against Scotland in Paris on Saturday night. Rugby • 14 Mar
France focused on closing out Six Nations - Alldritt Gregory Alldritt has urged France to make their mark on history by closing out Guinness Six Nations glory against Scotland in Paris on Saturday night. Rugby • 14 Mar
Russell urges Scotland to add some sheen to campaign Finn Russell challenged Scotland to add some sheen to their Six Nations campaign in Paris as he lamented the fact they have only a "disruptor" role to play in this weekend's three-way shootout for the title. Rugby • 14 Mar
Russell urges Scotland to add some sheen to campaign Finn Russell challenged Scotland to add some sheen to their Six Nations campaign in Paris as he lamented the fact they have only a "disruptor" role to play in this weekend's three-way shootout for the title. Rugby • 14 Mar
Townsend says Scotland will thrive in hostile Paris Scotland coach Gregor Townsend believes his side will thrive in a hostile atmosphere in Paris on Saturday, giving them a chance to upset leaders France in the last match of this year's Six Nations. Rugby • 14 Mar
Townsend says Scotland will thrive in hostile Paris Scotland coach Gregor Townsend believes his side will thrive in a hostile atmosphere in Paris on Saturday, giving them a chance to upset leaders France in the last match of this year's Six Nations. Rugby • 14 Mar
Easterby unhappy with 'disappointing' Galthie comments Simon Easterby has expressed his disappointment with his French counterpart Fabien Galthie for his comments following last week's Six Nations meeting between the sides in Dublin. Rugby • 13 Mar
Easterby unhappy with 'disappointing' Galthie comments Simon Easterby has expressed his disappointment with his French counterpart Fabien Galthie for his comments following last week's Six Nations meeting between the sides in Dublin. Rugby • 13 Mar
Fickou returns as France gear up for Scotland clash France have brought in centre Gael Fickou and scrum-half Maxime Lucu in two changes from the team that crushed Ireland as they prepare to face Scotland in Saturday's Six Nations finale at Stade de France. Rugby • 13 Mar
Fickou returns as France gear up for Scotland clash France have brought in centre Gael Fickou and scrum-half Maxime Lucu in two changes from the team that crushed Ireland as they prepare to face Scotland in Saturday's Six Nations finale at Stade de France. Rugby • 13 Mar
Six Nations recap: Ireland 27-42 France The action as it happened as Ireland's Grand Slam hopes were ended by France Rugby • 08 Mar
Six Nations recap: Ireland 27-42 France The action as it happened as Ireland's Grand Slam hopes were ended by France Rugby • 08 Mar
'I always find it a little bit emotional' - Doris Grand Slam, Six Nations title, pole position going into the final round – there's a lot at stake this afternoon when Ireland take on France. Rugby • 08 Mar
'I always find it a little bit emotional' - Doris Grand Slam, Six Nations title, pole position going into the final round – there's a lot at stake this afternoon when Ireland take on France. Rugby • 08 Mar
Murray backs Ireland fans to have Aviva 'hopping' Conor Murray has no doubt Aviva Stadium will be "hopping" for Ireland v France, even if the blockbuster clash has been given matinee status. Rugby • 05 Mar
Murray backs Ireland fans to have Aviva 'hopping' Conor Murray has no doubt Aviva Stadium will be "hopping" for Ireland v France, even if the blockbuster clash has been given matinee status. Rugby • 05 Mar
Osborne: We have to be at best to beat Les Bleus Jamie Osborne's ability to put an early set-back against Wales behind him is testament to the 'next-moment-focussed' mentality in the Ireland squad. Rugby • 06 Mar
Osborne: We have to be at best to beat Les Bleus Jamie Osborne's ability to put an early set-back against Wales behind him is testament to the 'next-moment-focussed' mentality in the Ireland squad. Rugby • 06 Mar
Numbers add up for France as Ireland brace for impact Ireland will have to brace themselves for the most fired-up France side imaginable when the sides clash in the fourth round of the Six Nations on Saturday. Rugby • 05 Mar
Numbers add up for France as Ireland brace for impact Ireland will have to brace themselves for the most fired-up France side imaginable when the sides clash in the fourth round of the Six Nations on Saturday. Rugby • 05 Mar
Doris making 'positive strides' ahead of France clash Ireland captain Caelan Doris is making "positive strides" as he continues his recovery from a knee injury, while Rónan Kelleher and Tadhg Furlong will be assessed during the week to determine if they will be fit to face France on Saturday. Rugby • 03 Mar
Doris making 'positive strides' ahead of France clash Ireland captain Caelan Doris is making "positive strides" as he continues his recovery from a knee injury, while Rónan Kelleher and Tadhg Furlong will be assessed during the week to determine if they will be fit to face France on Saturday. Rugby • 03 Mar
France have potential to spoil trio's Aviva send-off The Irish rugby landscape has changed dramatically in the last two decades. From wooden spoons to Grand Slam expectations, this weekend could be another monumental timestamp in the history of the country's success. Rugby • 04 Mar
France have potential to spoil trio's Aviva send-off The Irish rugby landscape has changed dramatically in the last two decades. From wooden spoons to Grand Slam expectations, this weekend could be another monumental timestamp in the history of the country's success. Rugby • 04 Mar
Ringrose suspended but could still return for 6N finale Garry Ringrose could be available for Ireland's final Guinness Six Nations game against Italy next month, despite picking up a suspension following his red card against Wales last Saturday. Rugby • 28 Feb
Ringrose suspended but could still return for 6N finale Garry Ringrose could be available for Ireland's final Guinness Six Nations game against Italy next month, despite picking up a suspension following his red card against Wales last Saturday. Rugby • 28 Feb
O'Connell wary of 'unstructured' France France's "unstructured game" will be the biggest threat to Ireland when the sides meet in a Six Nations showdown on Saturday week, according to Paul O'Connell. Six Nations • 28 Feb
O'Connell wary of 'unstructured' France France's "unstructured game" will be the biggest threat to Ireland when the sides meet in a Six Nations showdown on Saturday week, according to Paul O'Connell. Six Nations • 28 Feb
Doris 'in with a shout' to face France, Furlong absent Caelan Doris and Rónan Kelleher both trained with Ireland on Thursday morning but Tadhg Furlong was absent. Rugby • 28 Feb
Doris 'in with a shout' to face France, Furlong absent Caelan Doris and Rónan Kelleher both trained with Ireland on Thursday morning but Tadhg Furlong was absent. Rugby • 28 Feb
Sleightholme: Win over France a game-changer England wing Ollie Sleightholme feels their last-gasp Six Nations victory over France has lit a fire under Steve Borthwick's side. Rugby • 13 Feb
Sleightholme: Win over France a game-changer England wing Ollie Sleightholme feels their last-gasp Six Nations victory over France has lit a fire under Steve Borthwick's side. Rugby • 13 Feb
France's Ntamack available for Ireland showdown France out-half Romain Ntamack will be available for his side's Six Nations clash against Ireland after he was handed a three-week suspension. Rugby • 11 Feb
France's Ntamack available for Ireland showdown France out-half Romain Ntamack will be available for his side's Six Nations clash against Ireland after he was handed a three-week suspension. Rugby • 11 Feb
Hansen targets Lions pick as 'pinnacle of rugby' Mack Hansen is targeting a place in Andy Farrell's Lions squad, inspired by memories of a famous win for the Brumbies in 2013. Rugby • 11 Feb
Hansen targets Lions pick as 'pinnacle of rugby' Mack Hansen is targeting a place in Andy Farrell's Lions squad, inspired by memories of a famous win for the Brumbies in 2013. Rugby • 11 Feb
Daly sure England ready to push for Six Nations title Elliot Daly insists England can continue their push for the Six Nations title emboldened by a victory over France that rewarded their refusal to be beaten. Rugby • 10 Feb
Daly sure England ready to push for Six Nations title Elliot Daly insists England can continue their push for the Six Nations title emboldened by a victory over France that rewarded their refusal to be beaten. Rugby • 10 Feb
Six Nations recap: England 26-25 France Relive all the action from Twickenham as England hosted France in round two of the Guinness Six Nations. Rugby • 08 Feb
Six Nations recap: England 26-25 France Relive all the action from Twickenham as England hosted France in round two of the Guinness Six Nations. Rugby • 08 Feb
England coach issues Dupont warning ahead of Le Crunch England defence coach Joe El-Abd insists Antoine Dupont was destined for greatness from an early stage after working with France's virtuoso scrum-half during his formative years. Rugby • 07 Feb
England coach issues Dupont warning ahead of Le Crunch England defence coach Joe El-Abd insists Antoine Dupont was destined for greatness from an early stage after working with France's virtuoso scrum-half during his formative years. Rugby • 07 Feb
France dispatch Argentina after first half power play France wrapped up their autumn nations series in style with a 37-23 victory against Argentina for their third win in as many tests at the Stade de France on Saturday. Rugby • 22 Nov 24
France dispatch Argentina after first half power play France wrapped up their autumn nations series in style with a 37-23 victory against Argentina for their third win in as many tests at the Stade de France on Saturday. Rugby • 22 Nov 24
Jaminet hit with 34-week ban for racist post France full-back Melvyn Jaminet has been suspended for 34 weeks and fined €30,000 after posting a racist video on social media, the French Rugby Federation (FFR) said on Friday. Rugby • 26 Jul 24
Jaminet hit with 34-week ban for racist post France full-back Melvyn Jaminet has been suspended for 34 weeks and fined €30,000 after posting a racist video on social media, the French Rugby Federation (FFR) said on Friday. Rugby • 26 Jul 24
Munster's Frisch declares for France Munster centre Antoine Frisch has declared for France in a move that will have knock on effects for the province. Rugby • 04 Apr 24
Munster's Frisch declares for France Munster centre Antoine Frisch has declared for France in a move that will have knock on effects for the province. Rugby • 04 Apr 24
