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France Claim Impressive Win over Ireland in Six Nations Opener
France dominated with standout performances including two tries from Louis Bielle-Biarrey and player-of-the-match Mickaël Guillard in the Six Nations opener.
- On Feb 5, 2026 France defeated Ireland 36-14 in Paris in their Six Nations opener, making a huge statement with their convincing win.
- Mickaël Guillard stood out as player-of-the-match with eye-catching runs, while Louis Bielle-Biarrey scored two tries and Charles Ollivon scored a first-half try.
- Antoine Dupont returned to Test rugby after almost a year and was judged right at home, while Nicolas Depoortère impressed despite limited caps alongside backline partner Yoram Moefana.
- Ireland now face selection and tactical questions after a heavy defeat in Paris, with a weakened front-row and subdued outings from Dan Sheehan and Joe McCarthy compounding problems.
- Julien Marchand's lineout work set up France's success, while Théo Attissogbe scored a late try and France replacements showed strong bench contributions.
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France claim impressive win over Ireland in Six Nations opener
France made a statement to the rest of the rugby world with a 36-14 victory over Ireland in their opening match of the Six Nations tournament on Thursday. The reigning champions led 29-0 at one point in a game where they also secured a bonus point. Star player Antoine Dupont made his long-awaited return to the international stage, 11 months after a serious knee injury.
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