Alex Dakers Tue, 3 February 2026 at 5:25 pm UTC·6 min read The 2026 Six Nations begins this week with a blockbuster clash between France and Ireland in Paris. Last year’s winners, Les Bleus, are the hosts for the opener this time as they welcome the country that had clinched the previous two instalments of this staple tournament in northern hemisphere rugby union’s annual calendar.Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement World No5-ranked France come into Thursday’s match having won their last two internationals following a four-Test losing streak against South Africa and New Zealand last year. Head coach Fabien Galthie has made a few eye-catching selection calls ahead of this potentially...
