TIt all comes down to today for France, Ireland and England rugby teams as all three can win the 2025 Six Nations Championship if things go their way.
Ireland needs a big in over Italy in the first game of the day at 10:15 a.m. ET as the Irish travel to Rome. Meanwhile, England travels to bitter rival Wales for a showdown at Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales at 12:45 p.m. ET.
Finally, France faces Scotland in the last game of the day at 4 p.m. ET with the most uncomplicated, at least on paper, scenario: win and they are the Six Nations Champions.
Can Ireland bounce back after a shocking loss to France in Round 4? Can England win its first Six Nations since 2017? Or will France get by a talented Scotland team looking to pull off the upset today?
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Scotland Keep Fighting
You’ve got to feel for Scotland here; they are playing some blindingly good rugby. Unfortunately, the French physicality and not getting the rub of the green from the match officials is nullifying their good work.
TRY! Yoram Moefana – Min 61
Signed, sealed and delivered! Scotland simply cannot match the power France have brought from the bench. Louis Bielle-Biarrey accelerates through a half gap before shipping the ball on to his centre. Ramos misses the conversion. FRA 35 – SCO 16.
TRY! Thomas Ramos – Min 56
Pure power! The French bench are taking control here, launching a maul that sucked in the full Scottish pack before Maxime Lucu whips the ball wide for Ramos to scamper over. The fullback adds the two points from the conversation. FRA 30 – SCO 16.
PENALTY! Finn Russell – Min 50
Back in touch… Russell knocks over a simple penalty to get his side back within a converted try. Scotland are really troubling the hosts here, finding several gaps in their defence and making easy yards.
Nuclear Squad
Here come the reinforcements! France makes sweeping changes to their pack, bringing on their monstrous bench. Will this work like it did in Dublin a week ago?…
TRY! Louise Bielle-Biarrey – Min 42
On a platter! Finn Russell makes a great break only to offload to nobody before Romain Ntamack scoops the ball up and finds his flying winger who finishes off the move. That is Russell’s second loose offload and it has cost his team big time here. Ramos converts to put the hosts ten points clear. FRA 23 – SCO 13.
Second Half Is Underway
Finn Russell kicks off the second half, a forty-minute block of rugby to decide where the 2025 Six Nations title resides…
France Lead Scotland at Halftime in Tight Six Nations Clash
France hold a narrow 16-13 lead over Scotland at halftime in a fiercely contested Six Nations encounter at the Stade de France. Les Bleus struck early through the boot of Thomas Ramos and a well-crafted try from Yoram Moefana, but Scotland have fought back, with Darcy Graham crossing the line and Finn Russell keeping them in touch from the tee.
France looked to be in control after Moefana’s 17th-minute score, finishing a slick attacking move involving Ramos and Gaël Fickou. Ramos added two penalties to keep the hosts ahead, despite a spell in which they were reduced to 14 men following Peato Mauvaka’s yellow card for a reckless challenge on Ben White.
Scotland grew into the game, capitalizing on French indiscipline. Russell’s precise inside pass sent Graham through to cut the deficit to three points before Jean-Baptiste Gros’ late sin-bin allowed Russell to level the scores at 13-13. Ramos’ third penalty of the half nudged France back in front just before the break.
The final moments of the half saw Blair Kinghorn slice through the French defense in stunning fashion, only for Tom Jordan’s potential try to be overturned by the TMO after Kinghorn was ruled to have stepped into touch.
With just three points separating the sides, the second half promises more drama in this high-stakes battle in Paris.
NO TRY! Tom Jordan! Min 40
BLAIR KINGHORN! The Stade Toulousain player rips through the French defence from deep and two phases later, Scotland are over the line! The TMO has overturned what would have been the try of the tournament as Kinghorn brushes the touchline! What a shame but what a half from Scotland! France narrowly lead at half time. FRA 16 – SCO 13.
Penalty! Thomas Ramos Min 38
Metronomic Ramos slots a penalty from straight in front to get Les Bleus back on top. The home side have been scrambled by the pressure Scotland are bringing. Every point will be crucial this evening and captain Gregory Alldritt knows this as he points to the sticks. FRA 16 – SCO 13.
Yellow Card! Jean-Baptiste Gros Min 36
Scotland are taking this to France! Finn Russell nails the penalty and we are all square as half-time approaches! FRA 13 – SCO 13.
Back To A Full Compliment
Peato Mauvaka will be counting his lucky stars that act of foul play had zero mitigation. He is back on the pitch now, and so too is Damian Penaud, who made way for Julian Marchand.
TRY! Darcy Graham – Min 28
Scotland are right back in this! Finn Russell finds a superb inside pass to put Darcy Graham into the gap and the little magician races away! FRA 13 – SCO 10.
PENALTY! Thomas Ramos – Min 24
Striking right back, France get a penalty right in front of the posts and Ramos uses his time up before claiming the points. Grant Gilchrist got caught in an offside position. FRA 13 – SCO 3.
Yellow Card! Peato Mauvaka – Min 20
A blow here for France with hooker Peato Mauvaka going to the sin bin which has all the makings of a red card coming upon review. Thomas Ramos shoved Ben White into Mauvaka on the ground who in turn rather head scratchingly launches into White head-to-head. That was started by Ramo and was so silly by both himself and Mauvaka. Finn Russell knocks over a penalty and Scotland are on the board! FRA 10 – SCO 3.
TRY! Yoram Moefana – Min 17
The key to the lock has been found. France slices through the middle of the Scottish defence, firstly through Thomas Ramos, who finds Gael Fickou, who in turn puts Yoram Moefana into the gap. Once in space, the Bordeaux centre does the rest with a long reach for the try line. Ramos converts, and France has one hand on the trophy… FRA 10 – SCO 0.
Huge Defensive Shift
Scotland have done mightily well here to repel wave after wave of French attacks. The danger is far from gone with a scrum on their five meter line.
Scotland’s First Chance
Scotland wins a penalty courtesy of a picture-perfect breakdown poach by Matt Fagerson. Finn Russell kicks the ball deep into the French 22, and Scotland launches an attack. The visitors quickly cough up the ball, and France nearly goes the length of the pitch off a turnover.
Penalty! Thomas Ramos – Min 3
The perfect start! The hosts hit the front earlier through the robotic boot of Thomas Ramos. FRA 3 – SCO 0.
Kick-Off!
The hosts get things underway and immediately go on the offensive when Scotland clear their lines.
Electrifying Atmosphere
Nowhere quite does it like the Stade de France for pre-match festivities. Mirroring Murrayfield, the hosts have a bagpipe player standing on the stadium’s roof as Flower of Scotland echoes through the Parisian evening. This is followed by a pulsating renditition of La Marseillaise, the stage is firmly set and the hosts hope this will be their crowning moment. Kick off is moments away.
France vs Scotland – Key Stats
The Stade de France is set for another electric Six Nations showdown as France take on Scotland in a fixture rich in history and intrigue. With the championship kicking off in January for the first time in the Six Nations era, Les Bleus might look to 1997 for inspiration, when a French side featuring Fabien Galthié and Emile Ntamack stormed to a Grand Slam. Fast forward to 2024, and Galthié now leads a team brimming with firepower, including Ntamack’s son, Romain, who watches on as his teammates chase another shot at glory.
France enter this contest with a formidable home record, having lost just once in 15 Tests at the Stade de France. Their attack has been relentless, racking up a national record 26 tries in this tournament, with Louis Bielle-Biarrey on the cusp of history as he eyes the single-tournament try-scoring record. Meanwhile, Gaël Fickou prepares to etch his name alongside the legendary Philippe Sella as he earns his 50th Six Nations cap.
For Scotland, the challenge is immense. Just one win in 12 Six Nations trips to France tells its own story, though that lone triumph came in the eerie silence of an empty stadium in 2021. Gregor Townsend’s men have been tireless in attack, leading the competition in carries and defenders beaten, with Blair Kinghorn at the heart of their efforts. If they can finally turn tight losses into victories, a famous win in Paris could be on the cards.
England Crush Wales in Record-Breaking Rout
Final Score: Wales 14 – 68 England
England delivered a ruthless performance in Cardiff, running in ten tries to hand Wales their worst defeat in the Six Nations era. From the opening whistle, Steve Borthwick’s side was dominant, overpowering their opponents in every facet of the game.
Maro Itoje set the tone with a try in the second minute, and England never looked back. By halftime, they had already built a 33-7 lead, with Tommy Freeman, Chandler Cunningham-South, and Will Stuart all crossing after capitalizing on Welsh errors.
Wales had brief moments of promise, but their inaccuracy in attack proved costly. Ben Thomas provided their only bright spots with two well-worked tries, but it was nowhere near enough to stem the English tide.
The second half belonged entirely to the visitors. Alex Mitchell darted over to bring up forty points before debutant Henry Pollock stole the show, scoring twice in a stunning first Test appearance. Joe Heyes powered over from close range, and Cunningham-South capped off the rout in stoppage time.
England’s dominance was built on set-piece supremacy and clinical finishing, while Wales’ struggles continued as they failed to convert long spells of possession into points. With this crushing win, England sends a strong message to the rest of the tournament.
TRY! Chandler Cunningham-South – Min 82
From a centre field scrum, England launched a perfect attack. George Ford makes a solid 20 meters before a Welsh defender lays a hand on him. Three phases later, the Harlequins’ utility forward powers over the line. WAL 14 – ENG 68.
TRY! Henry Pollock – Min 79
A debut to remember for the youngster! Cutting a perfect line, Pollock races away for what it must be said was a far too easy score for the visitors. Marcus Smith nails the conversion, and England goes over sixty points. WAL 14 – ENG 61.
TRY! Ben Thomas – Min 77
England gets a consolation score, and it is that man Ben Thomas once again. The try is a beautiful set play with Jarod Evans taking the ball to the line before pulling the trigger with a short pass at the last second. Evans converts. WAL 14 – ENG 54.
Try! Joe Heyes – Min 69
This is the ugliest day in Welsh Rugby in the Six Nations era. England have been ruthless, and in truth, it has been too easy for the visitors. Marcus Smith nails the conversion, and now, sixty points is a real possibility… WAL 7 – ENG 54.
TRY! Henry Pollock – Min 66
On debut! One of international rugby’s most exciting prospects gets over for a try. Northampton backrow Henry Pollock looked like a winger on the right flank racing away from the Welsh defence. The conversion from Marcus Smith is good, and England is close in on fifty points. WAL 7 – ENG 47.
Leading From The Front
England’s skipper, Maro Itoje, has been world-class once again today, playing all eighty minutes for 29 consecutive Six Nations matches coming into today. The Saracens lock has been the one constant in English Rugby. Once again coming up clutch, he pulls off a textbook turnover to set up his team for a kick to the corner.
TRY! Alex Mitchell – Min 54
That is the difference right there, folks: England gets one opportunity, and they strike. Elliot Daly hits the ball with his head from a Jarod Evans pass, the Northampton scrumhalf Alex Mitchell then beats the Welsh defence for pace to dot down and Smith converts to bring up forty points. WAL 7 – ENG 40.
Dominating Possession
Wales have had all of the ball to start this half. The official statistic is that Wales has 70% possession, but they have yet to capitalise despite several opportunities.
Banging At The Door
This second half has been all Wales, but they simply cannot break down the English defence. Coming within inches of scoring on three occasions, the latest one was a three-on-one, which was bundled by a moment of indecision. Wales must score imminently before England gets some possession.
Second Half Underway
Wales start the second half brightly with Maro Itoje neck rolling Dewi Lake. Unfortunately for the home side, Anscombe slices his kick, costing Wales good field position. From the line-out, England forces a knock-on turnover and dominates the subsequent scrum.
HALF-TIME: WALES 7 – 33 ENGLAND
England has stormed into a commanding lead at the break, overpowering Wales in a dominant first-half display at the Principality Stadium. The visitors wasted no time asserting themselves, with Maro Itoje crashing over in the second minute before Tom Roebuck extended the advantage early on.
Wales thought they had a lifeline when Blair Murray darted over, but after a lengthy TMO review, the try was controversially disallowed. Instead, it was England who struck again, capitalizing on Welsh errors. Tommy Freeman’s charge-down try and Chandler Cunningham-South’s powerful finish extended their lead.
Ben Thomas briefly lifted Welsh spirits with a well-worked score from a driving maul, but England continued to punish the hosts. Will Stuart marked his 50th cap in style, pouncing on a loose ball to cross just before the whistle.
With the set-piece battle firmly in England’s favor and their physicality proving too much for Wales, Matt Sherratt’s side must strike first in the second half to have any hope of a comeback. Otherwise, this one could slip further away.
TRY! Will Stuart – Min 40
When the momentum is with you, it is firmly with you! Everything England is touching is turning to gold; the ball comes off a player’s head, and big tighthead Will Stuart takes advantage to score in his 50th test. Smith misses the conversion. WAL 7 – ENG 33.
TRY! Chandler Cunningham-South – Min 38
This has been all too easy for England; the visitors are just way too powerful for Wales. One-off carriers making easy yards, the set. piece dominating and blasting through the breakdown. This is exactly what England would’ve dreamt up. WAL 7 – ENG 28.
TRY! Tommy Freeman – Min 33
Just like that, and England recaptured their two-score lead. England is feasting on Welsh mistakes. Gareth Anscombe laboured with his clearance kick and was charged down; from there, England launched into action. Smith nails the conversion –WAL 7 – ENG 21.
TRY! Ben Thomas – Min 30
Just as we say it, Wales score next! That was brilliant from the home side, who were patient from a strong maul, and crucially, they were accurate with the simple plays. Game on! WAL 7 – ENG 14.
Fizzing But Not Popping
England is certainly in the ascendancy here and, physically, has the edge over their hosts. Even still, Wales has come within a couple of unfortunate bounces of pouncing for a score or two. Matt Sherratt’s side needs to be more accurate with the ball in hand if they are to mount a comeback. Crucially, they must score next; otherwise, this one could get away from them.
England Injury – Min 18
England take a blow here, starting lock Ollie Chessum is departing through injury. In his place is Harlequins’ utility forward Chandler Cunningham-South.
TRY! Tom Roebuck – Min 12
Just like that, England had two clear scores. Winning a penalty on a Welsh feed to a scrum, Fin Smith finds a strong touch just inside the Welsh 22. From here, a crisp, quick couple of phases from the line-out and England go over in the corner. Smith nails the conversion! WAL 0 – ENG 14.
Nearly A Try! Blair Murray – Min 7
Bang! Just like that the home side are back in this one! A tight contest in the air ends with the ball bouncing Blair Murray’s way. Once in his hands, the fullback races away for a superb try! Unfortunately, after a long deliberation, the refs have talked themselves out of awarding the score.
TRY! Maro Itoje – Min 2
That was quick! England came out hot here! Going direct, England simply overpowers Wales, and the captain is the man to score. Fin Smith converts, and the visitors get the perfect start! WAL 0 – ENG 7.
Wales vs England
Cardiff is rocking today with anticipation as the old enemy comes to town. Currently on a record losing streak, Wales will be gunning to down their rivals. To do so, they will need to put in a full eighty-minute performance. The anthems are coming to an end and kick-off is near! Stay tuned for more updates!
Ireland Edge Italy in Scrappy Six Nations Contest
Ireland secured a hard-fought 24-17 victory over Italy in a tense Guinness Six Nations clash at the Stadio Olimpico, keeping their slim title hopes alive despite an unconvincing performance.
A hat-trick from hooker Dan Sheehan proved decisive, but Ireland were plagued by handling errors and a lack of fluidity. Italy, meanwhile, will rue their ill-discipline, receiving three yellow cards and missing a golden opportunity to claim a famous win.
Italy took an early lead in the 12th minute when Monty Ioane latched onto a pinpoint Paolo Garbisi kick to score. Tommaso Allan converted, putting the hosts 7-0 ahead. Ireland hit back through Hugo Keenan, who capitalized on Jack Crowley’s sharp offload to level the score at 7-7.
Allan edged Italy ahead again with a 32nd-minute penalty before Ireland capitalized on a crucial mistake. A yellow card for Italy captain Michele Lamaro allowed Ireland to set up a driving maul, with Sheehan crashing over on the stroke of halftime. Crowley’s missed conversion left the score at 12-10.
Ireland extended their lead early in the second half, with Sheehan completing his hat-trick off a clever cross-kick from Jamison Gibson-Park to Mack Hansen. Italy responded in the 63rd minute as Ange Capuozzo’s searing pace set up Stephen Varney for a try, bringing them within five points.
A late yellow card to Ross Vintcent handed Ireland a lifeline, allowing them to see out the final moments under immense pressure. James Lowe and Gus McCarthy were denied a decisive try by a contentious touchline call, but Ireland held on to secure a scrappy but vital bonus-point win.
Italy will be left wondering what could have been, while Ireland, despite the victory, know significant improvements are needed if they are to get back to their previous heights.
Full Time
Far from what Ireland would’ve expected of themselves, sure they have won with a bonus point, but the excessive amounts of simply handling mistakes stunted their attack. They will be relieved to have put themselves in with a very slim chance of the title but that was arguably their worst performance of the tournament. For Italy, they will be kicking themselves for their ill-discipline. That fixture was there for the taking, and they came very close to pulling it off.
A True Game Of Inches Here
Bundee Aki just about gets a finger to Ange Capuozzo who nearly wiggles free. This is tense, with 15 seconds left to play and five points between the two sides. Italy have now shot themselves in the foot here with a third yellow card and sets up Ireland with a real chance to close this one out.
Razor Thin!
Ireland appears to have scored a try from some incredible power and footwork from James Lowe, who finds Gus McCarthy, but the referees adjudged that he was in touch. Replays do not appear to support this decision, but Italy go quickly with their lineout, and we play on.
Far From Pristine
This past ten minutes has been stop-start, to say the least. Ireland makes a big change here with hattrick hero Dan Sheehan departing with young Gus McCarthy coming onto the pitch and immediately has a big line-out throw-in.
Another Huge Moment – Min 66
Another Irish great on for his final test match, Conor Murray enters the fray just moments after Sam Prendergast and Jack Boyle come onto the pitch in place of Jack Crowley and Andrew Porter respectively.
TRY! Stephen Varney – Min 63
What a try! Ange Capuozzo’s electric pace causes Ireland a world of trouble! The winger chips forward, Mack Hansen appears to have it tidied up, only to have the ball bounce awkwardly out of his clutches. Allan nails the touchline conversion. This is far from over! ITA 17 – IRE 22.
TRY! Dan Sheehan – Min 57
Ireland’s hooker claims a hattrick from a superb crossfield kick from Gibson-Park to Mack Hansen who pops the ball back down to Sheehan! Bonus point secured. Ireland is doing what it needs to do to ensure it remains in the Championship race. Crowley misses the touchline conversion – ITA 10 – IRE 22.
NO TRY!
This is one of the moments that truly frustrates rugby fans – the TMO calls back the try for a marginal and unclear knock on from Caelan Doris phases before the try. Referee Luke Pearce confirms that Vintcent will not return but fortunately for Italy it is only a 20-minute red card.
TRY! Hugo Keenan – Min 54
The fullback takes another sweet ball from Jack Crowley to race over for his second try and crucially the bonus point securing score. Crowley nails the conversion, and Ireland has a two-score lead. ITA 10 – IRE 24.
A Historic Moment
One of Ireland’s all time greats Peter O’Mahony gets set to come onto the pitch to a raucous applause from everyone in the stadium.
Yellow Card – Ross Vintcent Min 48
Very poor there from Italy’s number eight Ross Vintcent who departs for a high shot on Hugo Keenan. This one feels likely to be upgraded for a red card – zero mitigation for the backrow. On a positive note for Italy, Lamaro comes back on having served his time in the sin bin.
TRY! Dan Sheehan Again! Min 46
A huge moment for Ireland with Tadhg Furlong trotting onto the park for his first action this Championship. His impact is immediate with the Irish maul barging through the Italians again for another try, this brings Ireland one try short of the bonus point with plenty of time left on the clock. Crowley’s conversion drifts wide at the last second. ITA 10 – IRE 17.
Nearly…
Ireland are really finding their groove early in the second half, James Ryan comes within an inch of getting the ball down. The giant lock attempts to offload to James Lowe who can’t quite get the ball down. We go back for an Irish penalty on the Italian 5m line.
More Like Themselves
Ireland are growing into this contest, the soft passes are starting to stick, Jack Crowley is challenging the line and the wingers are getting their hands on the ball. Dan Sheehan can’t quite bring a pass in from Crowley in a one-one-one situation with Capuozzo on the wing. Nevertheless it is an Italian line-out on their own 5m line.
Second Half Underway
Jack Crowley gets us back underway here in Rome – Italy immediately win a penalty with Caelan Doris being caught blocking the Italian chasers who were trying to compete with Mack Hansen.
Half Time Report
Ireland leads Italy 12-10 at halftime in a tense Six Nations clash at the Stadio Olimpico, with Dan Sheehan’s late try proving crucial after a back-and-forth first half.
Italy struck first in the 12th minute when Monty Ioane finished off a slick attacking move, racing onto Paolo Garbisi’s kick to score. Tommaso Allan added the conversion to give the hosts a 7-0 lead. Ireland responded swiftly, with Hugo Keenan dotting down under the posts after a brilliant Jack Crowley offload. Crowley converted to level the score at 7-7.
Italy continued to trouble the Irish defense, with Martin Page-Relo breaking through, only to be dragged down by Hugo Keenan. Allan edged Italy ahead again with a 32nd-minute penalty after Gary Ringrose was penalized for offside.
Just before halftime, a moment of ill-discipline from Michele Lamaro proved costly. The Italian captain was shown a yellow card for slapping the ball out of Jamison Gibson-Park’s hands, gifting Ireland a prime attacking position. From the ensuing maul, Sheehan crashed over to put the visitors ahead. Crowley, however, missed the conversion, leaving the score at 12-10.
Ireland will look to tighten their defense in the second half, while Italy remains a serious threat on home soil.
TRY! Dan Sheehan – Min 39
That was costly by Lamaro! Just before half-time, the Irish maul races over the Italian line. Directing the action at the back Dan Sheehan pounces. Crowley shanks the conversion – he appeared to be overthinking things using the full shot clock. Crucially, Ireland lead at the break. ITA 10 – IRE 12.
Yellow Card! Michele Lamaro – Min 38
The regular Italian captain knew exactly what he was doing! The flanker knocks the ball out of Jamison Gibson-Park’s hand at the breakdown and is sent to the bin. More crucially Ireland go to the corner.
Penalty – Tomasso Allan – Min 32
Under no real pressure, Ireland conceded a silly penalty through Gary Ringrose, who never gets back onside before picking up a loose ball. Allan drills the kick from a long range and just sneaks over! ITA 10 – IRE 7.
Irish Defence Again Torn Apart
For the second time in this half, Ireland have been torn to pieces from a scrum break. Spotting a gap between Jamison Gibson-Park and Josh van der Flier, Martin Page-Relo races away and nearly breaks free only to be scragged by Hugo Keenan. Nerve wracking times for the defending champions.
Double Injury – Lorenzo Cannone And Seb Negri
A huge hit here for the Italian pack, two backrow players depart in Lorenzo Cannone and Seb Negri who are replaced by regular captain Michele Lamaro and Exeter Chief’s number eight Ross Vintcent.
TRY! Hugo Keenan – Min 23
Jack Crowley, take a bow! The fly half hits a beautiful line before popping an offload to Keenan, who goes in under the posts, and Crowley converts! ITA 7 – IRE 7.
Pretty Disappointing From Ireland
Italy defended really well, with Ireland simply employing a pick-and-go tactic around the breakdown. The pressure is still on here, with Ireland earning a scrum again on the Italian 5m line.
NO TRY!
Bealham is denied through a clear double movement. Ireland will restart right away in the Italian 5-meter line with a penalty, and they tap and go.
TRY! Finlay Bealham -Min 20
Back in contact! Ireland struck from their first real attacking option. Mauling right up the line, Ireland crash over five phases later. Luke Pearce is double-checking with TMO Andrew Jackson.
Injury – Dino Lamb
Italy’s lock Dino Lamb takes a nasty shot to the shoulder at the breakdown. The Harlequin’s man looks to be in quite some pain. The play comes to an end and it’s an Irish penalty just outside the Italian 22m line as scrumhalf Martin Page-Relo is caught offside. Hopefully it is not too serious for Lamb, who is replaced by Nicolo Cannone. Crowley gets the ball right onto the Italian 5m line and Ireland maul right up to the line.
Cutting Ireland Open!
Italy are shredding Ireland here! Tomasso Menoncello makes a huge break between the Irish centres, the centre is having himself a day here! Ireland scramble well and earn a penalty to clear their lines but the home side have come out swinging once again.
TRY! Italy – Min 12
Monty Ioane! Italy strike first! A beautiful offload in midfield from Menoncello before a well-timed kick through by Garbisi allows Ioane to outpace the Irish cover defence and dot down! The home side have exposed this hard, rushing Irish defence and Tomasso Allan drills the conversion! ITA 7 – IRE 0.
Near Calamity!
Jamison Gibson-Park! The Irish scrumhalf picks up a loose ball and tries to find an inside runner only to find Italian prop Fischetti who boots the ball deep. Robbie Henshaw just holds of Ange Capuozzo to dot down and allow Ireland to have a goal line drop out.
First Scrum
Six minutes in and we have the first scrum! Italy earn a free kick with Ireland going early. The Azzurri launch an attack but immediately lose possession. One minute later, Ireland worked their way into Italy’s half but conceded a penalty, and the home side kicked back into the Irish half.
Kick-Off
Italy get us underway and Hugo Keenan returns the kick before Ireland clear their lines. Italy are on the attack inside their own half.
Opera At The Rugby
Wow! The hosts delivered the anthems in a way only they could, with an opera performance for both sides. We are now moments away from kick-off.
The Teams Are On The Pitch
The cameras pan to Irish legends Peter O’Mahony and Conor Murray who will wear the green jersey for the last time today. Both men have at times been the best in the world in their respective positions and are true legends of Munster and Irish Rugby. Fittingly O’Mahony whispers a quiet word in his provincial teammate Jack Crowley’s ears, the flyhalf will be the centre of attention today in his first start this Championship.
Italy Vs. Ireland Rugby Kickoff Time
The match kicks off at 10:15 a.m. ET on March 15 at Stadio Olimpico in Roma, Italy.
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The 2025 Six Nations Championship will be streaming on Peacock in the United States.
In France, the UK, and Ireland, the Six Nations will stream for free on various outlets (France TV, ITV, BBC, RTÉ and Virgin Media).
Wales Vs. England Rugby Kickoff Time
The match kicks off at 12:45 p.m. ET on March 15 at Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales.
How To Watch Wales Vs. England Rugby
The 2025 Six Nations Championship will be streaming on Peacock in the United States.
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France Vs. Scotland Rugby Kickoff Time
The match kicks off at 4:00 p.m. ET on March 15 at Stade de France in Paris, France.
How To Watch France Vs. Scotland Rugby
The 2025 Six Nations Championship will be streaming on Peacock in the United States.
In France, the UK, and Ireland, the Six Nations will stream for free on various outlets (France TV, ITV, BBC, RTÉ and Virgin Media).
Six Nations 2025 Table
- France: W 4, D 0, L 0, PF 183, PA 77, DIFF +106, BP 4, Pts 16
- England: W 3, D 0, L 1, PF 111, PA 91, DIFF +20, BP 3, Pts 15
- Ireland: W 3, D 0, L 1, PF 113, PA 100, DIFF +13, BP 2, Pts 14
- Scotland: W 2, D 0, L 2, PF 99, PA 96, DIFF +3, BP 3, Pts 11
- Italy: W 1, D 0, L 3, PF 89, PA 166, DIFF -77, BP 0, Pts 6
- Wales: W 0, D 0, L 4, PF 62, PA 127, DIFF -65, BP 3, Pts 3
World Rugby Rankings 2025
Six Nations 2025 Schedule
Round 1
- Jan. 31 – France vs. Wales – 3:15 p.m. ET
- Feb. 1 – Scotland vs. Italy – 9:15 a.m. ET
- Feb. 1 – Ireland vs. England – 11:45 a.m. ET
Round 2
- Feb. 8 – Italy vs. Wales – 9:15 a.m. ET
- Feb. 8 – England vs. France – 11:45 a.m. ET
- Feb. 9 – Scotland vs. Ireland – 10 a.m. ET
Round 3
- Feb. 22 – Wales vs. Ireland – 9:15 a.m. ET
- Feb. 22 – England vs. Scotland – 11:45 a.m. ET
- Feb. 23 – Italy vs. France – 10 a.m. ET
Round 4
- March 8 – Ireland vs. France – 9:15 a.m. ET
- March 8 – Scotland vs. Wales – 11:45 a.m. ET
- March 9 – England vs. Italy – 11 a.m. ET
Round 5
- March 15 – Italy vs. Ireland – 10:15 a.m. ET
- March 15 – Wales vs. England – 12:45 p.m. ET
- March 15 – France vs. Scotland – 4 p.m. ET
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