The 2026 Six Nations Championship will take place from Thursday, February 5 to Saturday, March 14, 2026.
This edition features a notable change with a weekday opening match and only one rest week between rounds.
Full Match Schedule
Round 1
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Thursday, February 5 at 9:10 PM: France – Ireland
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Saturday, February 7 at 3:10 PM: Italy – Scotland
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Saturday, February 7 at 5:40 PM: England – Wales
Round 2
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Saturday, February 14 at 3:10 PM: Ireland – Italy
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Saturday, February 14 at 5:40 PM: Scotland – England
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Sunday, February 15 at 4:10 PM: Wales – France
Round 3
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Saturday, February 21 at 3:10 PM: England – Ireland
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Saturday, February 21 at 5:40 PM: Wales – Scotland
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Sunday, February 22 at 4:10 PM: France – Italy
Round 4
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Friday, March 6 at 9:10 PM: Ireland – Wales
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Saturday, March 7 at 3:10 PM: Scotland – France
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Saturday, March 7 at 5:40 PM: Italy – England
Round 5 (Super Saturday)
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Saturday, March 14 at 3:10 PM: Ireland – Scotland
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Saturday, March 14 at 5:40 PM: Wales – Italy
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Saturday, March 14 at 9:10 PM: France – England
France National Team Fixtures
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February 5 (R1): France – Ireland (9:10 PM)
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February 15 (R2): Wales – France (4:10 PM)
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February 22 (R3): France – Italy (4:10 PM)
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March 7 (R4): Scotland – France (3:10 PM)
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March 14 (R5): France – England (9:10 PM)
Key Information
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Tournament start: Thursday, February 5, 2026
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Duration: 6 weeks (only one rest week)
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Format: 5 rounds, 15 matches in total
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New feature: First Thursday night opening match since 1948
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions about the Six Nations Calendar
When does the 2026 Six Nations Championship start?
It starts on Thursday, February 5, 2026, with the France – Ireland match.
When will the official Six Nations calendar be available?
The official schedule is released each year in May.
What are the match times?
Matches are typically scheduled for 3:10 PM, 5:40 PM, or 9:10 PM, depending on the day and TV broadcasting.
Which stadiums host France’s home matches?
France’s home games are usually held at the Stade de France, but some matches may be played elsewhere (e.g., Marseille, Lyon).
Can match dates and times change?
Generally, no — but we update our information to keep this page as reliable as possible!