An Englishman, a Frenchman, a Scot, a Welshman, an Irishman and an Italian walk into a bar.
It’s not the start of a cheesy joke – it’s the 2026 Rugby Six Nations, which kicks off with Ireland v France at the Stade de France here in Paris this Thursday evening (5 February).
It’s one of two chances to see live rugby action in Paris during this year’s tournament. The other Stade de France match is the closing game, France v England on Super Saturday, 14 March.
France are the Six Nations holders, led by inspirational captain Antoine Dupont, and Les Bleus are, for many, clear favourites to defend their title and get their 2027 World Cup campaign off to a flying start with 18 months to go.
Last-minute tickets for the Stade de France fixtures are on sale on the official France Rugby Ticketing website.
Better still… for a great Six Nations experience, our friends at Frog Pubs will be screening every game, in each of their eight Paris pubs, live on big screens – but be sure to turn up early to get a table with the best views, as it’ll get busy!
To enjoy the thrill of the Rugby Six Nations at Frog Pubs – with great beers, great food and great times – find your nearest at https://www.frogpubs.com/
All the fixtures in full (all kick-off times are Paris time)
Thursday 5 February 9.10pm – France v Ireland
Saturday 7 February 3.10pm – Italy v Scotland
Saturday 7 February 5.40pm – England v Wales
Saturday 14 February 3.10pm – Ireland v Italy
Saturday 14 February 5.40pm – Scotland v England
Sunday 15 February 4.10pm – Wales v France
Saturday 21 February 3.10pm – England v Ireland
Saturday 21 February 5.40pm – Wales v Scotland
Sunday 22 February 4.10pm – France v Italy
Saturday 6 March 9.10pm – Ireland v Wales
Sunday 7 March 3.10pm – Scotland v France
Sunday 7 March 5.40pm – Italy v England
Saturday 14 March 3.10pm – Ireland v Scotland
Saturday 14 March 5.40pm – Wales v Italy
Saturday 14 March 9.10pm – France v England