Six Nations 2024: Week 1 fixtures, results and kick-off times

The 2024 edition of the Six Nations will kick off on Friday, 2 February with a blockbuster showdown in Marseille.

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World Rugby’s fourth-ranked France will host second-placed Ireland in what is a don’t-miss clash.

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On Saturday, Italy will host England.

Italy are ranked 11th while England find themselves in fifth place.

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In the opening weekend’s third and final match, eighth-placed Wales welcome sixth-ranked Scotland to Cardiff.

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Ireland are the defending champions.

SIX NATIONS WEEK 1 FIXTURES

All times SA

Friday, 2 February

France v Ireland – 22:00

Saturday, 3 February

Italy v England – 16:15

Wales v Scotland – 18:45