Six Nations 2026 Fixtures Guide

The Six Nations returns this February with familiar rivalries, fresh storylines and the promise of another outstanding Championship.

France and Ireland will open the tournament under the lights in Paris on Thursday 5 February, setting the tone for five weeks of elite international rugby across Europe. From the historic rivalries of Twickenham and Murrayfield to packed nights in Dublin, Cardiff and Paris, the 2026 schedule once again delivers a calendar full of marquee fixtures in iconic stadiums.

France enter the new campaign as defending champions after reclaiming the title in 2025, but England and Ireland will both believe they have the firepower to mount a serious challenge. Scotland continue to push for consistency, Italy will look to build on recent progress, and Wales will be determined to respond after a difficult campaign last year.

Below is the full fixture list for the 2026 Six Nations. All kick-off times are GMT.

Six Nations 2026 Fixtures

Round 1

Thursday 5 February 2026

France v Ireland
Stade de France, Paris
Kick-off: 8:10pm

Saturday 7 February 2026

Italy v Scotland
Stadio Olimpico, Rome
Kick-off: 2:10pm

England v Wales
Allianz Stadium, Twickenham
Kick-off: 4:40pm

Round 2

Saturday 14 February 2026

Ireland v Italy
Aviva Stadium, Dublin
Kick-off: 2:10pm

Scotland v England
Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh
Kick-off: 4:40pm

Sunday 15 February 2026

Wales v France
Principality Stadium, Cardiff
Kick-off: 3:10pm

Round 3

Saturday 21 February 2026

England v Ireland
Allianz Stadium, Twickenham
Kick-off: 2:10pm

Wales v Scotland
Principality Stadium, Cardiff
Kick-off: 4:40pm

Sunday 22 February 2026

France v Italy
Decathlon Arena, Lille
Kick-off: 3:10pm

Round 4

Friday 6 March 2026

Ireland v Wales
Aviva Stadium, Dublin
Kick-off: 8:10pm

Saturday 7 March 2026

Scotland v France
Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh
Kick-off: 2:10pm

Italy v England
Stadio Olimpico, Rome
Kick-off: 4:40pm

Round 5

Saturday 14 March 2026

Ireland v Scotland
Aviva Stadium, Dublin
Kick-off: 2:10pm

Wales v Italy
Principality Stadium, Cardiff
Kick-off: 4:40pm

France v England
Stade de France, Paris
Kick-off: 8:10pm

The Storylines for 2026

France come into this year’s tournament as defending champions after their 2025 title win, led by a generation of world-class talent. England continue to rebuild under Steve Borthwick and will target home fixtures at Twickenham as pivotal moments in their campaign.

Ireland remain one of the most complete sides in the competition and will be confident of challenging again, while Scotland will hope to convert strong performances into a genuine title push. Italy continue their long-term development, and Wales will aim to restore momentum after a difficult season.

From a Thursday night opener in Paris to a potentially decisive Super Saturday finale, the 2026 schedule is once again perfectly shaped for drama.

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