Following the remarkable Grand Slam victory in 2022 and their success last year, the French rugby team is eager to shine again in the Six Nations Tournament, the premier event in European rugby. Could 2026 mark another triumph for our Blues in this competition? To do so, they’ll need to succeed in the opening match at home against Ireland, set to take place at Stade de France on February 5, 2026. Join us at 9:10 PM, live on France 2, whether from your living room or at one of the Parisian sports bars, and cheer on the team during the scrums!
Defending champion in 2024, the Trèfle remains a formidable opponent, incredibly tough to beat. This promises to be a highly exciting match—especially as the opener of the competition—since the French team has no room for error. To keep their chances alive, they'll need to start strong and accumulate as many bonus points as possible right from the outset!
We're expecting a strong showing from the French team in an effort to pull off this impressive feat, led by Fabien Galthié. And this year, the opening match isn't scheduled for a Friday or over the weekend but on a Thursday. The reason? The Winter Olympics opening ceremony, which has locked in that date!
They are counting on a strong start to reach the top of the standings early in the competition, with the hope of clinching the tournament victory!
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Go, the French team!
Dates and Opening Time
On February 5, 2026
Location
Stade de France
stade de france
93200 Saint Denis
2026 Six Nations Tournament: match schedule, program, and which channel to watch
