The Six Nations Rugby tournament begins Feb. 4 across Europe, and it's one of the most anticipated events of the year in rugby. 

The tournament has been played since 1883 and features six of the continent’s best national rugby teams in England, France, Scotland, Wales, Italy and Ireland. 

This year features several compelling storylines: Can France repeat as champion? Can Italy avoid another last-place finish? Is Ireland ready to win the event for the first time since 2018? 

The event is played over five weeks and will conclude in mid-March. Here’s what to know.

How To Watch The Six Nations In USA 

NBC Sports will broadcast several Six Nations matches on cable, but all 15 of the matches will be available on NBC’s streaming service in the United States, Peacock.

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How To Watch The U20 Six Nations Rugby Tournament

The U20 Six Nations Rugby Tournament is streaming on FloSports. All 15 matches can be streamed on the platform starting Feb. 3, the first day of the event. 

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2023 Six Nations Schedule

Round 1 Six Nations Schedule (All Times EST)

• Ireland at Wales, 9:15 a.m. - Feb. 4
• Scotland at England, 11:45 a.m. - Feb. 4
• France at Italy, 10 a.m. - Feb. 5

Round 2 Six Nations Schedule 

• France at Ireland, 9:15 a.m. - Feb. 11
• Wales at Scotland, 11:45 a.m. - Feb. 11
• Italy at England, 10 a.m. - Feb. 12

Round 3 Six Nations Schedule  

• Ireland at Italy, 9:15 a.m. - Feb. 25
• England at Wales, 11:45 a.m. - Feb. 25
• Scotland at France, 10 a.m. - Feb. 26

Round 4 Six Nations Schedule 

• Wales at Italy, 9:15 a.m. - March 11
• France at England, 11:45 a.m. - March 11
• Ireland at Scotland, 11 a.m. - March 12

Round 5 Six Nations Schedule, Also Known As ‘Super Saturday’

• Italy at Scotland 8:30 a.m. - March 18
• Wales at France, 10:45 a.m. - March 18
• England at Ireland, 1 p.m. - March 18