It's that time of year again:
Date: Friday, 2 February
Venue: Stade Velodrome, Marseille
Kick-off: 20:00 GMT
France Vs Ireland:
France has long been a team that has left their fans scratching their heads. It’s a rollercoaster of emotions with Les Bleus — one moment they shine like a supernova, and the next they collapse like a house of cards.
Ireland. For them, this is straight back to business as they go in search of back-to-back Grand Slams, which would be a first in the Six Nations era.
France and reigning Grand Slam champions Ireland seek to move past World Cup hurt as they meet in an unmissable Six Nations opener in Marseille.
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Then on Saturday:
GUINNESS SIX NATIONS
- Italy 14:15 England
- Wales 16:45 Scotland