France Dominates Ireland 36-14 in Six Nations Opener

France Dominates Ireland 36-14 in Six Nations Opener

On February 5, 2026, France's national rugby union team began their Six Nations title defense with a commanding 36-14 victory over Ireland at Stade de France in Paris. The match featured standout performances from Louis Bielle-Biarrey, who scored two tries, and Antoine Dupont. France dominated the game, securing a decisive win against the Ireland national rugby union team. The victory marked a strong start to the Six Nations campaign for the defending champions.

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France national rugby union team Ireland national rugby union team Louis Bielle-Biarrey Matthieu Jalibert Charles Ollivon Théo Attissogbe Nick Timoney Michael Milne Andy Farrell

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Stade de France

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5 février 2026
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Bielle-Biarrey stars as France outplay Ireland to lay down a Six Nations marker
Bielle-Biarrey stars as France outplay Ireland to lay down a Six Nations marker

The Guardian • 05 fév. 23h36

France commenced their Six Nations title defense with a commanding 36-14 victory over Ireland in Paris, highlighted by Louis Bielle-Biarrey's two tries.

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Sam Prendergast in 'woeful display'
Sam Prendergast in 'woeful display'

Planet Rugby • 05 fév. 22h32

France began their Six Nations title defense with a commanding 36-14 victory over Ireland in Paris, showcasing a dominant performance led by Louis Bielle-Biarrey's two tries.

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France 36-14 Ireland: Les Bleus open Six Nations defence with thumping win in Paris
France 36-14 Ireland: Les Bleus open Six Nations defence with thumping win in Paris

BBC • 05 fév. 22h00

Defending champions France began their Six Nations campaign with a decisive 36-14 win against Ireland at Stade de France, featuring standout performances from Louis Bielle-Biarrey and Antoine Dupont.

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