It all comes down to today for the France, Ireland and England rugby teams, as all three can win the 2025 Six Nations Championship if things go their way. 

Ireland needs a big in over Italy in the first game of the day at 10:15 a.m. ET, and the Irish travel to Rome. 

Meanwhile, England travels to bitter rival Wales for a showdown at Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales, at 12:45 p.m. ET. 

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Finally, France faces Scotland in the last game of the day at 4 p.m. ET with the most uncomplicated, at least on paper, scenario: win, and France is the Six Nations champion.

Can Ireland bounce back after a shocking loss to France in Round 4? Can England win its first Six Nations since 2017? Or will France get by a talented Scotland team looking to pull off the upset?

Done And Dusted

Thank you for joining us on FloRugby’s live blog for Round 5 of the Guinness Six Nations! It has been an incredible weekend of action, and we appreciate you being with us every step of the way, from Ireland’s hard-fought win over Italy to England’s record-breaking rout of Wales, this round had everything - big moments, stunning tries and plenty of drama. 

Most importantly, congratulations to France, which claimed its seventh Six Nations title with a commanding victory over Scotland. Les Bleus proved their class when it mattered most, showcasing power, precision and depth to lift the trophy once again.

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France Clinches Six Nations Title With Dominant Win Over Scotland

France powered past Scotland 35-16 at the Stade de France on Saturday, securing its seventh Six Nations title with a commanding second-half display. 

While far from their most fluent performance, Les Bleus’ physical dominance and bench impact proved decisive as they pulled away in the final 30 minutes.

Leading 16-13 at halftime, France weathered an early second-half scare when Finn Russell’s attacking spark threatened to shift momentum in Scotland’s favor. But a crucial mistake from the fly-half proved costly - his errant offload was pounced on by Romain Ntamack, who set up Louis Bielle-Biarrey for a clinical finish. Ramos’ conversion extended the lead to 23-13.

Scotland responded with a penalty from Russell to close the gap, but as France rolled out its powerful replacements, the contest swung decisively. 

The hosts' forward pack overwhelmed Scotland at the breakdown and set-piece, culminating in two tries that sealed the victory. 

Thomas Ramos finished off a well-executed maul in the 56th minute, before Yoram Moefana powered over in the 61st, putting the result beyond doubt.

Scotland had moments of brilliance, particularly through Blair Kinghorn and Darcy Graham, but the team struggled to convert pressure into points. Russell’s game management wavered, and with the physical toll mounting, Gregor Townsend’s side was unable to keep pace.

As the final whistle blew, the Stade de France erupted in celebration, with France crowned Six Nations champion once more. 

Despite their heavy loss at Twickenham earlier in the tournament, Fabien Galthié’s side proved its class when it mattered, finishing the campaign as deserved winners.

Full-Time! France 35, Scotland 16

Far from their best performance today but Les Bleus struck when it mattered and clearly were the class of this year's Championship. Away from their Twickenham meltdown, France was immense! Congratulations Les Bleus!

Party Mode In Paris

The French fans are starting to get into celebration mode here and literally are counting down the seconds until their is crowned the 2025 Six Nations champion.

Scotland Keep Fighting

You've got to feel for Scotland here; the Scots are playing some blindingly good rugby. Unfortunately, the French physicality and not getting the rub of the green from the match officials is nullifying their good work.

TRY! Yoram Moefana - Min 61

Signed, sealed and delivered! 

Scotland simply cannot match the power France brought from the bench. 

Louis Bielle-Biarrey accelerates through a half gap, before shipping the ball on to his center. Ramos misses the conversion. FRA 35 - SCO 16.

TRY! Thomas Ramos - Min 56

Pure power! 

The French bench is taking control here, launching a maul that sucked in the full Scottish pack, before Maxime Lucu whips the ball wide for Ramos to scamper over. The fullback adds the two points from the conversation. FRA 30 - SCO 16.

PENALTY! Finn Russell - Min 50

Back in touch... Russell knocks over a simple penalty to get his side back within a converted try. Scotland really is troubling the hosts here, finding several gaps in the defense and making easy yards. 

Nuclear Squad

Here come the reinforcements! 

France makes sweeping changes to the pack, bringing on their monstrous bench. Will this work like it did in Dublin a week ago?

TRY! Louise Bielle-Biarrey - Min 42

On a platter! Finn Russell makes a great break only to offload to nobody, before Romain Ntamack scoops up the ball and finds his flying winger who finishes off the move. 

That is Russell's second loose offload, and it has cost his team big time here. Ramos converts to put the hosts 10 points clear. FRA 23 - SCO 13.

Second Half Is Underway

Finn Russell kicks off the second half, a 40-minute block of rugby to decide where the 2025 Six Nations title resides...

France Leads Scotland At Halftime In Tight Six Nations Clash

France holds a narrow 16-13 lead over Scotland at halftime in a fiercely contested Six Nations encounter at the Stade de France. 

Les Bleus struck early through the boot of Thomas Ramos and a well-crafted try from Yoram Moefana, but Scotland has fought back, with Darcy Graham crossing the line, and Finn Russell keeping them in touch from the tee.

France looked to be in control after Moefana’s 17th-minute score, finishing a slick attacking move involving Ramos and Gaël Fickou. 

Ramos added two penalties to keep the hosts ahead, despite a spell in which they were reduced to 14 men following Peato Mauvaka’s yellow card for a reckless challenge on Ben White.

Scotland grew into the game, capitalizing on French indiscipline. 

Russell’s precise inside pass sent Graham through to cut the deficit to three points, before Jean-Baptiste Gros’ late sin-bin allowed Russell to level the scores at 13-13. Ramos’ third penalty of the half nudged France back in front just before the break.

The final moments of the half saw Blair Kinghorn slice through the French defense in stunning fashion, only for Tom Jordan’s potential try to be overturned by the TMO after Kinghorn was ruled to have stepped into touch.

With just three points separating the sides, the second half promises more drama in this high-stakes battle in Paris.

NO TRY! Tom Jordan! Min 40

BLAIR KINGHORN! The Stade Toulousain player rips through the French defense from deep and two phases later, Scotland are over the line! 

The TMO has overturned what would have been the try of the tournament, as Kinghorn brushes the touchline! 

What a shame, but what a half from Scotland! France narrowly leads at halftime. FRA 16 - SCO 13.

Penalty! Thomas Ramos Min 38

Metronomic Ramos slots a penalty from straight in front to get Les Bleus back on top. 

The home side has been scrambled by the pressure Scotland is bringing. 

Every point will be crucial this evening, and captain Gregory Alldritt knows this as he points to the sticks. FRA 16 - SCO 13.

Yellow Card! Jean-Baptiste Gros Min 36

Scotland is taking this to France! Finn Russell nails the penalty, and we are square as halftime approaches! FRA 13 - SCO 13.

Back To A Full Compliment 

Peato Mauvaka will be counting his lucky stars that act of foul play had zero mitigation. He is back on the pitch now, and so too is Damian Penaud, who made way for Julian Marchand.

TRY! Darcy Graham - Min 28

Scotland is right back in this! 

Finn Russell finds a superb inside pass to put Darcy Graham into the gap and the little magician races away! FRA 13 - SCO 10.

PENALTY! Thomas Ramos - Min 24

Striking right back, France gets a penalty right in front of the posts, and Ramos uses his time before claiming the points. Grant Gilchrist got caught in an offside position. FRA 13 - SCO 3.

Yellow Card! Peato Mauvaka - Min 20 

A blow here for France, with hooker Peato Mauvaka going to the sin bin, which has all the makings of a red card coming upon review. 

Thomas Ramos shoved Ben White into Mauvaka on the ground, who in turn, rather head scratchingly launches into White head-to-head. That was started by Ramos and was so silly by him and Mauvaka. 

Finn Russell knocks over a penalty and Scotland is on the board! FRA 10 - SCO 3.

TRY! Yoram Moefana - Min 17

The key to the lock has been found. 

France slices through the middle of the Scottish defense, firstly through Thomas Ramos, who finds Gael Fickou, who in turn puts Yoram Moefana into the gap. Once in space, the Bordeaux center does the rest with a long reach for the try line. Ramos converts, and France has one hand on the trophy... FRA 10 - SCO 0.

Huge Defensive Shift

Scotland has done mightily well here to repel wave after wave of French attacks. The danger is far from gone with a scrum on their 5-meter line. 

Scotland's First Chance

Scotland wins a penalty courtesy of a picture-perfect breakdown poach by Matt Fagerson. 

Finn Russell kicks the ball deep into the French 22,, and Scotland launches an attack. 

The visitors quickly cough up the ball, and France nearly goes the length of the pitch off a turnover.

Penalty! Thomas Ramos - Min 3

The perfect start! The hosts hit the front earlier through the robotic boot of Thomas Ramos. FRA 3 - SCO 0.

Kickoff!

The hosts get things underway and immediately go on the offensive when Scotland clear their lines.

Electrifying Atmosphere

Nowhere quite does it like the Stade de France for pre-match festivities. 

Mirroring Murrayfield, the hosts have a bagpipe player standing on the stadium's roof, as Flower of Scotland echoes through the Parisian evening. 

This is followed by a pulsating rendition of La Marseillaise, the stage is firmly set, and the hosts hope this will be their crowning moment. Kickoff is moments away.

France Vs. Scotland - Key Stats

The Stade de France is set for another electric Six Nations showdown, as France takes on Scotland in a fixture rich in history and intrigue. 

With the championship kicking off in January, for the first time in the Six Nations era, Les Bleus might look to 1997 for inspiration, when a French side featuring Fabien Galthié and Emile Ntamack stormed to a Grand Slam. 

Fast forward to 2024, and Galthié now leads a team brimming with firepower, including Ntamack’s son, Romain, who watches on as his teammates chase another shot at glory.

France enters this contest with a formidable home record, having lost just once in 15 tests at the Stade de France. 

The French attack has been relentless, racking up a national-record 26 tries in this tournament, with Louis Bielle-Biarrey on the cusp of history, as he eyes the single-tournament try-scoring record. 

Meanwhile, Gaël Fickou prepares to etch his name alongside the legendary Philippe Sella as he earns his 50th Six Nations cap.

For Scotland, the challenge is immense. 

Just one win in 12 Six Nations trips to France tells its own story, though that lone triumph came in the eerie silence of an empty stadium in 2021. 

Gregor Townsend’s men have been tireless in attack, leading the competition in carries and defenders beaten, with Blair Kinghorn at the heart of their efforts. If they can finally turn tight losses into victories, a famous win in Paris could be on the cards.

England Crushes Wales In Record-Breaking Rout

Final Score: England 68, Wales 14

England delivered a ruthless performance in Cardiff, running in 10 tries to hand Wales its worst defeat in the Six Nations era. 

From the opening whistle, Steve Borthwick’s side was dominant, overpowering its opponents in every facet of the game.

Maro Itoje set the tone with a try in the second minute, and England never looked back. 

By halftime, England already had built a 33-7 lead, with Tommy Freeman, Chandler Cunningham-South and Will Stuart all crossing after capitalizing on Welsh errors.

Wales had brief moments of promise, but the team's inaccuracy in attack proved costly. 

Ben Thomas provided the only bright spots with two well-worked tries, but it was nowhere near enough to stem the English tide.

The second half belonged entirely to the visitors. 

Alex Mitchell darted over to bring up 40 points, before debutant Henry Pollock stole the show, scoring twice in a stunning first test appearance. 

Joe Heyes powered over from close range, and Cunningham-South capped off the rout in stoppage time.

England’s dominance was built on set-piece supremacy and clinical finishing, while Wales’ struggles continued, as the squad failed to convert long spells of possession into points. 

With this crushing win, England sends a strong message to the rest of the tournament.

TRY! Chandler Cunningham-South - Min 82

From a center-field scrum, England launched a perfect attack. George Ford makes a solid 20 meters, before a Welsh defender lays a hand on him. Three phases later, the Harlequins' utility forward powers over the line. ENG 68, WAL 14 

TRY! Henry Pollock - Min 79

A debut to remember for the youngster! 

Cutting a perfect line, Pollock races away for what it must be said was a far too easy score for the visitors. Marcus Smith nails the conversion, and England goes over 60 points. ENG 61, WAL 14 

TRY! Ben Thomas - Min 77

England gets a consolation score, and it is that man Ben Thomas once again. 

The try is a beautifully set play, with Jarod Evans taking the ball to the line, before pulling the trigger with a short pass at the last second. Evans converts. ENG 54, WAL 14 

Try! Joe Heyes - Min 69

This is the ugliest day in Welsh Rugby in the Six Nations era. 

England has been ruthless, and in truth, it has been too easy for the visitors. 

Marcus Smith nails the conversion, and now, 60 points is a real possibility. ENG 54, WAL 7 

TRY! Henry Pollock - Min 66

On debut! 

One of international rugby's most exciting prospects gets over for a try. Northampton backrow Henry Pollock looked like a winger on the right flank racing away from the Welsh defense. 

The conversion from Marcus Smith is good, and England is close in on 50 points. ENG 47, WAL 7

Leading From The Front

England's skipper, Maro Itoje, has been world-class once again today, playing all 80 minutes for 29 consecutive Six Nations matches coming into today. 

The Saracens lock has been the one constant in English Rugby. Once again coming up clutch, he pulls off a textbook turnover to set up his team for a kick to the corner.

TRY! Alex Mitchell - Min 54

That is the difference right there, folks: England gets one opportunity and strikes. 

Elliot Daly hits the ball with his head from a Jarod Evans pass, Northampton scrumhalf Alex Mitchell then beats the Welsh defense for pace to dot down and Smith converts to bring up forty points. ENG 40, WAL 7

Dominating Possession 

Wales has had all of the ball to start this half. The official statistic is that Wales has 70% possession but has yet to capitalize, despite several opportunities. 

Banging At The Door

This second half has been all Wales, but the Welsh simply cannot break down the English defense. 

Coming within inches of scoring on three occasions, the latest one was a three-on-one, which was bundled by a moment of indecision. Wales must score imminently before England gets some possession.

Second Half Underway

Wales starts the second half brightly, with Maro Itoje neck rolling Dewi Lake. 

Unfortunately for the home side, Anscombe slices his kick, costing Wales good field position. 

From the lineout, England forces a knock-on turnover and dominates the subsequent scrum.

HALFTIME: ENGLAND 33, WALES 7

England has stormed into a commanding lead at the break, overpowering Wales in a dominant first-half display at the Principality Stadium. 

The visitors wasted no time asserting themselves, with Maro Itoje crashing over in the second minute, before Tom Roebuck extended the advantage early on.

Wales thought it had a lifeline when Blair Murray darted over, but after a lengthy TMO review, the try was controversially disallowed. Instead, it was England striking again, capitalizing on Welsh errors. 

Tommy Freeman’s charge-down try and Chandler Cunningham-South’s powerful finish extended the lead.

Ben Thomas briefly lifted Welsh spirits with a well-worked score from a driving maul, but England continued to punish the hosts. 

Will Stuart marked his 50th cap in style, pouncing on a loose ball to cross just before the whistle.

With the set-piece battle firmly in England’s favor and its physicality proving too much for Wales, Matt Sherratt’s side must strike first in the second half to have any hope of a comeback. Otherwise, this one could slip further away.

TRY! Will Stuart - Min 40

When the momentum is with you, it is firmly with you! 

Everything England is touching is turning to gold; the ball comes off a player's head, and big tighthead Will Stuart takes advantage to score in his 50th test. Smith misses the conversion. ENG 33, WAL 7

TRY! Chandler Cunningham-South - Min 38

This has been all too easy for England; the visitors are just way too powerful for Wales. 

One-off carriers making easy yards, the set-piece dominating and blasting through the breakdown. This is exactly what England would've dreamt up. ENG 28, WAL 7

TRY! Tommy Freeman - Min 33

Just like that, and England recaptured its two-score lead. 

England is feasting on Welsh mistakes. 

Gareth Anscombe labored with his clearance kick and was charged down; from there, England launched into action. Smith nails the conversion. ENG 21, WAL 7

TRY! Ben Thomas - Min 30

Just as we say it, Wales scores next! 

That was brilliant from the home side, which was patient from a strong maul, and crucially, was accurate with the simple plays. Game on! ENG 14, WAL 7

Fizzing But Not Popping

England certainly is in the ascendancy here and, physically, has the edge over the hosts. 

Even still, Wales has come within a couple of unfortunate bounces of pouncing for a score or two. 

Matt Sherratt's side needs to be more accurate with the ball in hand if they are to mount a comeback. Crucially, they must score next; otherwise, this one could get away.

England Injury - Min 18

England takes a blow here, as starting lock Ollie Chessum is departing through injury. In his place is Harlequins' utility forward Chandler Cunningham-South.

TRY! Tom Roebuck - Min 12

Just like that, England had two clear scores. 

Winning a penalty on a Welsh feed to a scrum, Fin Smith finds a strong touch just inside the Welsh 22. From here, a crisp, quick couple of phases from the lineout and England go over in the corner. Smith nails the conversion! ENG 14, WAL 0

Nearly A Try! Blair Murray - Min 7

Bang! Just like that, the home side is back in this one! 

A tight contest in the air ends with the ball bouncing Blair Murray's way. Once in his hands, the fullback races away for a superb try! Unfortunately, after a long deliberation, the refs have talked themselves out of awarding the score.

TRY! Maro Itoje - Min 2

That was quick! 

England came out hot here! 

Going direct, England simply overpowers Wales, and the captain is the man to score. Fin Smith converts, and the visitors get the perfect start! ENG 7, WAL 0

Wales Vs. England

Cardiff is rocking today with anticipation as the old enemy comes to town.

Currently on a record losing streak, Wales will be gunning to down its rivals. To do so, Wales will need to put in a full 80-minute performance. 

The anthems are coming to an end, and kickoff is near! Stay tuned for more updates!  

Ireland Edge Italy In Scrappy Six Nations Contest

Ireland secured a hard-fought 24-17 victory over Italy in a tense Guinness Six Nations clash at the Stadio Olimpico, keeping its slim title hopes alive despite an unconvincing performance.

A hat trick from hooker Dan Sheehan proved decisive, but Ireland was plagued by handling errors and a lack of fluidity.

Italy, meanwhile, will rue its ill-discipline, receiving three yellow cards and missing a golden opportunity to claim a famous win.

Italy took an early lead in the 12th minute when Monty Ioane latched onto a pinpoint Paolo Garbisi kick to score. Tommaso Allan converted, putting the hosts 7-0 ahead. 

Ireland hit back through Hugo Keenan, who capitalized on Jack Crowley’s sharp offload to level the score at 7-7.

Allan edged Italy ahead again with a 32nd-minute penalty, before Ireland capitalized on a crucial mistake. 

A yellow card for Italy captain Michele Lamaro allowed Ireland to set up a driving maul, with Sheehan crashing over on the stroke of halftime. Crowley’s missed conversion left the score at 12-10.

Ireland extended its lead early in the second half, with Sheehan completing his hat trick off a clever cross-kick from Jamison Gibson-Park to Mack Hansen. 

Italy responded in the 63rd minute, as Ange Capuozzo’s searing pace set up Stephen Varney for a try, bringing them within five points.

A late yellow card to Ross Vintcent handed Ireland a lifeline, allowing the Irish to see out the final moments under immense pressure. 

James Lowe and Gus McCarthy were denied a decisive try by a contentious touchline call, but Ireland held on to secure a scrappy but vital bonus-point win.

Italy will be left wondering what could have been, while Ireland, despite the victory, knows significant improvements are needed if they are to get back to their previous heights.

Full-Time 

Far from what Ireland would've expected. Sure, Ireland won with a bonus point, but the excessive amounts of simply handling mistakes stunted the attack. 

The Irish will be relieved to have put themselves in with a very slim chance of the title, but that was arguably their worst performance of the tournament. 

For Italy, the players will be kicking themselves for their ill-discipline. That fixture was there for the taking, and they came very close to pulling it off. 

A True Game Of Inches Here

Bundee Aki just about gets a finger to Ange Capuozzo who nearly wiggles free. 

This is tense, with 15 seconds left to play and five points between the two sides. 

The Italians have shot themselves in the foot here with a third yellow card, and that sets up Ireland with a real chance to close this one out.

Razor Thin!

Ireland appears to have scored a try from some incredible power and footwork from James Lowe, who finds Gus McCarthy, but the referees adjudged that he was in touch. 

Replays do not appear to support this decision, but Italy goes quickly with the lineout, and we play on.

Far From Pristine

This past 10 minutes has been stop-start, to say the least. 

Ireland makes a big change here with hat-trick hero Dan Sheehan departing and young Gus McCarthy coming onto the pitch and immediately has a big lineout throw-in.

Another Huge Moment - Min 66

Another Irish great on for his final test match, Conor Murray enters the fray just moments after Sam Prendergast and Jack Boyle come onto the pitch in place of Jack Crowley and Andrew Porter, respectively.

TRY! Stephen Varney - Min 63

What a try! Ange Capuozzo's electric pace causes Ireland a world of trouble! 

The winger chips forward, Mack Hansen appears to have it tidied up, only to have the ball bounce awkwardly out of his clutches. Allan nails the touchline conversion. This is far from over! IRE 22, ITA 17

TRY! Dan Sheehan - Min 57

Ireland's hooker claims a hat trick from a superb cross-field kick from Gibson-Park to Mack Hansen, who pops the ball back down to Sheehan! 

Bonus point secured. 

Ireland is doing what it needs to do to ensure it remains in the Championship race. Crowley misses the touchline conversion. IRE 22, ITA 17

NO TRY! 

This is one of the moments that truly frustrates rugby fans - the TMO calls back the try for a marginal and unclear knock on from Caelan Doris phases before the try. 

Referee Luke Pearce confirms that Vintcent will not return but fortunately for Italy it is only a 20-minute red card.

TRY! Hugo Keenan - Min 54

The fullback takes another sweet ball from Jack Crowley to race over for his second try and crucially the bonus point securing score.  Crowley nails the conversion, and Ireland has a two-score lead. IRE 24, ITA 10

A Historic Moment

One of Ireland's all-time greats, Peter O'Mahony, gets set to come onto the pitch to a raucous applause from everyone in the stadium.

Yellow Card - Ross Vintcent Min 48

Very poor there from Italy's No. 8 Ross Vintcent, who departs for a high shot on Hugo Keenan. This one feels likely to be upgraded for a red card - zero mitigation for the back row. 

On a positive note for Italy, Lamaro comes back on having served his time in the sin bin.

TRY! Dan Sheehan Again! Min 46

A huge moment for Ireland, with Tadhg Furlong trotting onto the park for his first action this Championship. 

His impact is immediate, with the Irish maul barging through the Italians again for another try. This brings Ireland one try short of the bonus point with plenty of time left on the clock. Crowley's conversion drifts wide at the last second. IRE 17, ITA 10

Nearly...

Ireland really is finding a groove early in the second half.

James Ryan comes within an inch of getting the ball down. The giant lock attempts to offload to James Lowe, who can't quite get the ball down. We go back for an Irish penalty on the Italian 5m line.

More Like Themselves

Ireland is growing into this contest, the soft passes are starting to stick, Jack Crowley is challenging the line and the wingers are getting their hands on the ball. 

Dan Sheehan can't quite bring a pass in from Crowley in a one-on-one situation with Capuozzo on the wing. Nevertheless, it is an Italian lineout on their own 5m line.

Second Half Underway

Jack Crowley gets us back underway here in Rome - Italy immediately wins a penalty, with Caelan Doris being caught blocking the Italian chasers, who were trying to compete with Mack Hansen.

Halftime Report

Ireland leads Italy 12-10 at halftime in a tense Six Nations clash at the Stadio Olimpico, with Dan Sheehan’s late try proving crucial after a back-and-forth first half.

Italy struck first in the 12th minute, when Monty Ioane finished off a slick attacking move, racing onto Paolo Garbisi’s kick to score. Tommaso Allan added the conversion to give the hosts a 7-0 lead. 

Ireland responded swiftly, with Hugo Keenan dotting down under the posts after a brilliant Jack Crowley offload. Crowley converted to level the score at 7-7.

Italy continued to trouble the Irish defense, with Martin Page-Relo breaking through, only to be dragged down by Hugo Keenan. Allan edged Italy ahead again with a 32nd-minute penalty after Gary Ringrose was penalized for offside.

Just before halftime, a moment of ill-discipline from Michele Lamaro proved costly. The Italian captain was shown a yellow card for slapping the ball out of Jamison Gibson-Park’s hands, gifting Ireland a prime attacking position. 

From the ensuing maul, Sheehan crashed over to put the visitors ahead. Crowley, however, missed the conversion, leaving the score at 12-10.

Ireland will look to tighten its defense in the second half, while Italy remains a serious threat on home soil.

TRY! Dan Sheehan - Min 39

That was costly by Lamaro! 

Just before halftime, the Irish maul races over the Italian line. Directing the action at the back, Dan Sheehan pounces. Crowley shanks the conversion - he appeared to be overthinking things using the full shot clock. Crucially, Ireland leads at the break. IRE 12, ITA 10

Yellow Card! Michele Lamaro - Min 38

The regular Italian captain knew exactly what he was doing! The flanker knocks the ball out of Jamison Gibson-Park's hand at the breakdown and is sent to the bin. More crucially, Ireland go to the corner.

Penalty - Tomasso Allan - Min 32

Under no real pressure, Ireland conceded a silly penalty through Gary Ringrose, who never gets back onside before picking up a loose ball. Allan drills the kick from a long range and just sneaks over! ITA 10 - IRE 7.

Irish Defence Again Torn Apart

For the second time in this half, Ireland has been torn to pieces from a scrum break. 

Spotting a gap between Jamison Gibson-Park and Josh van der Flier, Martin Page-Relo races away and nearly breaks free only to be scragged by Hugo Keenan. Nerve-racking times for the defending champions.

Double Injury - Lorenzo Cannone And Seb Negri

A huge hit here for the Italian pack, as two backrow players depart in Lorenzo Cannone and Seb Negri, who are replaced by regular captain Michele Lamaro and Exeter Chief's No. 8 Ross Vintcent.

TRY! Hugo Keenan - Min 23

Jack Crowley, take a bow! The fly-half hits a beautiful line before popping an offload to Keenan, who goes in under the posts, and Crowley converts! ITA 7 - IRE 7.

Pretty Disappointing From Ireland

Italy defended really well, with Ireland simply employing a pick-and-go tactic around the breakdown. The pressure still is on here, with Ireland earning a scrum again on the Italian 5m line.

NO TRY! 

Bealham is denied through a clear double movement. Ireland will restart right away in the Italian 5m line with a penalty, and the Irish tap and go.

TRY! Finlay Bealham -Min 20

Back in contact! Ireland struck from its first real attacking option. 

Mauling right up the line, Ireland crashes over five phases later. Luke Pearce is double-checking with TMO Andrew Jackson.

Injury - Dino Lamb

Italy's lock Dino Lamb takes a nasty shot to the shoulder at the breakdown. The Harlequin's man looks to be in quite some pain. T

he play comes to an end, and it's an Irish penalty just outside the Italian 22m line, as scrumhalf Martin Page-Relo is caught offsides. 

Hopefully it is not too serious for Lamb, who is replaced by Nicolo Cannone. Crowley gets the ball right onto the Italian 5m line, and Ireland mauls right up to the line.

Cutting Ireland Open!

Italy is shredding Ireland here! 

Tomasso Menoncello makes a huge break between the Irish centers. The center is having himself a day here! 

Ireland scrambles well and earns a penalty to clear the lines, but the home side has come out swinging once again.

TRY! Italy - Min 12

Monty Ioane! Italy strikes first! 

A beautiful offload in midfield from Menoncello, before a well-timed kick through by Garbisi allows Ioane to outpace the Irish cover defense and dot down! 

The home side has exposed this hard, rushing Irish defense, and Tomasso Allan drills the conversion! ITA 7 - IRE 0.

Near Calamity!

Jamison Gibson-Park! 

The Irish scrumhalf picks up a loose ball and tries to find an inside runner, only to find Italian prop Fischetti who boots the ball deep. 

Robbie Henshaw just holds off Ange Capuozzo to dot down and allow Ireland to have a goal line drop out.

First Scrum

Six minutes in, and we have the first scrum! 

Italy earns a free kick with Ireland going early. 

The Azzurri launch an attack but immediately lose possession. 

One minute later, Ireland worked its way into Italy's half but conceded a penalty, and the home side kicked back into the Irish half.

Kickoff

Italy get us underway, and Hugo Keenan returns the kick, before Ireland clears its lines. 

Italy is on the attack inside its own half.

Opera At The Rugby

Wow! The hosts delivered the anthems in a way only they could, with an opera performance for both sides. We are now moments away from kickoff.

The Teams Are On The Pitch

The cameras pan to Irish legends Peter O'Mahony and Conor Murray. who will wear the green jersey for the last time today. 

Both men have, at times, been the best in the world in their respective positions and are true legends of Munster and Irish Rugby. 

Fittingly O'Mahony whispers a quiet word in his provincial teammate Jack Crowley's ears, the fly-half will be the center of attention today in his first start this Championship.

Italy Vs. Ireland Rugby Kickoff Time

The match kicks off at 10:15 a.m. ET on March 15 at Stadio Olimpico in Roma, Italy.

How To Watch Italy Vs. Ireland Rugby

The 2025 Six Nations Championship will be streaming on Peacock in the United States.

In France, the UK, and Ireland, the Six Nations will stream for free on various outlets (France TV, ITV, BBC, RTÉ and Virgin Media).

Wales Vs. England Rugby Kickoff Time

The match kicks off at 12:45 p.m. ET on March 15 at Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales.

How To Watch Wales Vs. England Rugby

The 2025 Six Nations Championship will be streaming on Peacock in the United States.

In France, the UK, and Ireland, the Six Nations will stream for free on various outlets (France TV, ITV, BBC, RTÉ and Virgin Media).

France Vs. Scotland Rugby Kickoff Time

The match kicks off at 4:00 p.m. ET on March 15 at Stade de France in Paris, France. 

How To Watch France Vs. Scotland Rugby

The 2025 Six Nations Championship will be streaming on Peacock in the United States.

In France, the UK, and Ireland, the Six Nations will stream for free on various outlets (France TV, ITV, BBC, RTÉ and Virgin Media).

Six Nations 2025 Table

1. France: W 4, D 0, L 0, PF 183, PA 77, DIFF +106, BP 4, Pts 16
2. England: W 3, D 0, L 1, PF 111, PA 91, DIFF +20, BP 3, Pts 15
3. Ireland: W 3, D 0, L 1, PF 113, PA 100, DIFF +13, BP 2, Pts 14
4. Scotland: W 2, D 0, L 2, PF 99, PA 96, DIFF +3, BP 3, Pts 11
5. Italy: W 1, D 0, L 3, PF 89, PA 166, DIFF -77, BP 0, Pts 6
6. Wales: W 0, D 0, L 4, PF 62, PA 127, DIFF -65, BP 3, Pts 3

World Rugby Rankings 2025

1. South Africa - 92.78
2. New Zealand - 90.36
3. Ireland - 89.71
4. France - 89.51
5. Argentina - 84.97
6. England - 84.37
7. Scotland - 82.36
8. Australia - 81.52
9. Fiji - 80.07
10. Italy - 77.89
11. Georgia - 74.69
12. Wales - 73.75
13. Japan - 72.95
14. Samoa - 72.68
15. USA - 70.02
16. Portugal - 68.30
17. Spain - 67.34
18. Uruguay - 67.06
19. Tonga - 65.46
20. Romania - 62.76

Six Nations 2025 Schedule

Round 1

• Jan. 31 - France vs. Wales - 3:15 p.m. ET
• Feb. 1 - Scotland vs. Italy - 9:15 a.m. ET
• Feb. 1 - Ireland vs. England - 11:45 a.m. ET

Round 2

• Feb. 8 - Italy vs. Wales - 9:15 a.m. ET
• Feb. 8 - England vs. France - 11:45 a.m. ET
• Feb. 9 - Scotland vs. Ireland - 10 a.m. ET

Round 3

• Feb. 22 - Wales vs. Ireland - 9:15 a.m. ET
• Feb. 22 - England vs. Scotland - 11:45 a.m. ET
• Feb. 23 - Italy vs. France - 10 a.m. ET

Round 4

• March 8 - Ireland vs. France - 9:15 a.m. ET
• March 8 - Scotland vs. Wales - 11:45 a.m. ET
• March 9 - England vs. Italy - 11 a.m. ET

Round 5

• March 15 - Italy vs. Ireland - 10:15 a.m. ET
• March 15 - Wales vs. England - 12:45 p.m. ET
• March 15 - France vs. Scotland - 4 p.m. ET

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