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France win 6N after last-gasp penalty vs. England
France won the 2026 Six Nations in dramatic fashion with a last-minute penalty helping them to a 48-46 win over England in Paris on Saturday.
Heartbreak for England but spirited display signposts the way forward | Gerard Meagher
Steve Borthwick was under immense pressure but the character shown by his team against France offers hope of better times ahead Just as Steve Borthwick was reaching for his coat, he finally has something to hang his hat on. The ledger records an agonising defeat but a performance brimming with positives, carried out with a swagger that must signpost the way forward if this is to be the turning point in Borthwick’s tenure. Moments of naivety, too, plenty of mistakes and a maddening feeling that l
Ireland savage Scotland to land triple crown and heal wounds of France defeat
Ireland 43-21 Scotland Andy Farrell’s side run in six tries in dominant display In sporting vernacular Scotland have long looked on Dublin as a “hard place to go”. Roughly an hour’s flight time from Edinburgh, they get to stay in a decent hotel, play in a relatively modern stadium with good facilities, against modestly resourced opponents, and in conditions they could never describe as alien. Despite this comforting familiarity, ever since Dan Parks nailed a touchline penalty at Croke Park in
France 48-46 England: Six Nations 2026 rugby union – as it happened
France claimed the Six Nations with last gasp Thomas Ramos penalty We’re underway Officials tonight. Continue reading...
France win Six Nations with last kick as Thomas Ramos sinks England in thriller
France 48-46 England Late penalty denies Ireland the championship This has been a stunningly unpredictable Six Nations and no one saw this remarkable final reel coming. While France may have clinched the trophy for the second successive year England came within seconds of spoiling their pulsating last night party in a see-sawing game for the ages. In the end the hosts needed a last-gasp penalty from Thomas Ramos to secure the trophy, dashing rising Irish hopes of a sensational title heist. It
Men’s Six Nations winners list: Every champion in the history of the world’s oldest international rugby competition
France became Six Nations champions for the second year running in 2026 (Jean Catuffe/Getty Images) A rundown of all the winners of the Six Nations rugby tournament, including the 2026 champions France Here we have taken a look at the long list of winners of the Six Nations rugby tournament.
Incredible kit clash leaves fans furious with Six Nations decider
Temo Matiu of France runs with the ball whilst under pressure from Ben Spencer of England during the Guinness Six Nations 2026 match between France and England at Stade de France on March 14, 2026 in Paris, France. (Photo by David Rogers/Getty Images) France and England faced off at the Stade de France but the kit clash made it look like there was only one team playing France and England faced off at the Stade de France but the kit clash made it look like there was only one team playing
Reddin praises Wales and stands by WRU plans
WRU director of rugby Dave Reddin hails Wales' performance in beating Italy in the Six Nations and backs the governing body's plans for the sport.
'Shot at history passes Scotland by amid Irish ferocity'
BBC Sport Scotland's chief sportswriter Tom English picks through Scotland's failed bid to clinch the Six Nations with defeat in Ireland again.
'Unbelievable!' - Rees-Zammit joy at Wales win
Louis Rees-Zammit says he and his teammates have "bought into the system" of new coach Steve Tandy, as Wales end a three-year wait for a Six Nations win by beating Italy 31-17 in Cardiff.
Wales end losing streak with comfortable win over Italy
Wales finally end a three-year Six Nations losing streak in spectacular style by celebrating a bonus-point win against Italy in Cardiff.
Townsend endures familiar script with Ireland’s green energy overpowering Scotland | Luke McLaughlin
Slips at key moments proved costly with Andy Farrell’s team able to easily maintain a stranglehold on this fixture There were some Ireland fans who even said they would not begrudge Scotland victory, the triple crown, and, potentially, a first Six Nations title. There was a sense Gregor Townsend’s side had earned their day in the sun, somehow, especially after the glorious fourth-round triumph against France. And this Ireland team have certainly had their share of vitamin D against Scotland. Ire
How to watch France v England: Free live streams, TV channels, preview, teams for final Six Nations 2026 match
Watch France v England to see if Les Bleus can claim a second successive Six Nations title (David Rogers/Getty Images) Can misfiring England ruin France’s Saturday night party in Paris? Watch France v England as two giants of world rugby bring the 2026 Men’s Six Nations to an epic close. …Continue reading »
6N: Ireland see off Scotland, face title wait
Ireland could become Six Nations champions after they saw off Scotland 41-21 at the Aviva Stadium.
Impressive Ireland beat Scotland to win Triple Crown
Ireland pull off a fantastic 43-21 win over Scotland in a pulsating Triple Crown contest in Dublin, to keep their hopes of regaining the Six Nations title from France alive on Super Saturday.
How to watch Wales v Italy: Six Nations free streams, TV coverage, kick-off time, preview, teams
Watch Wales v Italy to see if the hosts can end their 15-match losing streak in the Six Nations (Tim Clayton/Getty Images) Can Wales end their three-year losing streak against the impressive Azzurri? Watch Wales v Italy as the two sides look to end their 2026 Men’s Six Nations campaigns on a high. …Continue reading »
Ireland v Scotland free streams: How to watch Saturday’s Six Nations 2026 Triple Crown decider
The Triple Crown and maybe even the Six Nations title are up for grabs in Ireland v Scotland (Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile via Getty Images) There’s a Triple Crown and potentially the Six Nations title on the line in Dublin Watch Ireland v Scotland as the two sides get Six Nations Super Saturday off to a spectacular start in Dublin. …Continue reading »
England's worst ever Six Nations? What's gone wrong, why, and what's next after Italy defeat
This was meant to be a Six Nations where England headed into this final weekend chasing a Grand Slam. But things have fallen apart. ESPN answers the big questions ahead of the final weekend.
Six Nations power rankings: Scotland soar, England woes worsen
ESPN ranks all the Six Nations sides ahead of the final round.
Six Nations 2026: Schedule, results, table, squads, news, TV info, more
The Six Nations returned with familiar rivalries, fresh storylines and the promise of another epic tournament. ESPN is on hand to guide you through it all.
Wales try hero Carre credits Tandy with restoring belief
Wales try-scoring hero Rhys Carre credits head coach Steve Tandy for restoring his confidence in Test rugby.
Six Nations Super Saturday live streams: How to watch all three final-day matches for free
Watch Six Nations Super Saturday to see if France, Scotland or Ireland come out on top (Stu Forster/Getty Images) Your at-a-glance guide to watching Ireland v Scotland, Wales v Italy and France v England wherever you are in the world. Six Nations Super Saturday live streams are a red-hot ticket this weekend, with three teams still in contention for the …Continue reading »
How to watch Six Nations 2026: Official broadcasters, TV & streaming guide
Who will top the Six Nations table in 2026?(Getty Images) The northern hemisphere’s most famous rugby tournament has kicked off No matter where you are, here’s your guide to watching the men’s Six Nations championship
It will be nervy but I think Scotland can win first Six Nations title – Super Saturday predictions
The Triple Crown and maybe even the Six Nations title are up for grabs in Ireland v Scotland (Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile via Getty Images) A triple-header for the ages is in store this weekend A triple-header for the ages is in store this weekend
Jonathan Davies questions England training intensity after Six Nations defensive lapses
Former Wales and British & Irish Lions centre Jonathan Davies believes England’s defensive issues in the Six Nations could be linked to an intense training load during the week, leaving players fatigued on match day. The post Jonathan Davies questions England training intensity after Six Nations defensive lapses appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Key aspects to consider for successful rugby betting
Betting on rugby union goes beyond just looking at standings. Because of how the game is built – its points, its toughness – figuring it out takes extra thought. A team might win by staying calm, holding ground, or dominating scrums and lineouts. Small things like penalties or field position shift outcomes more than stats […] The post Key aspects to consider for successful rugby betting appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Rugby Union Weekly: In Paris with Fin Smith & Scotland's Dublin showdown
Chris chats to England's Fin Smith and links up with Tom English and Andy Burke in Dublin
6N: Lawes takes aim at England's 'sheltered' stars
Former captain Courtney Lawes has called for England's young players to step up against France on Saturday, warning them it's figuratively "kill or be killed."
6N: Itoje insists no rifts in England squad
Maro Itoje insists there is "no crack" in England's leadership group following the on-field disagreement during the defeat to Italy on Saturday.
Rugby’s global expansion and commercial growth
Rugby union has grown from a sport popular in only a few countries into a global business. In the past, most competitions earned money mainly from ticket sales at stadiums. Today, they also make large amounts of revenue from international TV deals, streaming platforms, digital subscriptions and sponsorships from global brands. Modern fans follow sports […] The post Rugby’s global expansion and commercial growth appeared first on The Rugby Paper.