France and Ireland Set to Clash in Six Nations Women's Rugby Opener

The French team begins their campaign to reclaim the title after five years as runners-up, while Ireland looks to build on their recent progress.

The 2025 Six Nations Women's Rugby Tournament opens with France facing Ireland on March 22 at Kingspan Stadium in Belfast.
France, led by captain Manae Feleu, aims to win the title for the first time since 2018, following five consecutive second-place finishes.
Ireland seeks to validate their resurgence after a landmark 29-27 victory against New Zealand in September 2024.
Last year, France defeated Ireland 38-17 in the tournament's opening match, but this year's game is expected to be a tougher test for both teams.
The match will kick off at 14:00 French time and will be broadcast on france.tv, France 2, and with live commentary on Ouest-France's website.