France Rugby arrives in Cardiff as a heavy Six Nations favorite, but history ensures that Wales vs. France at Principality Stadium will carry more than rankings into Round 2. 

The rivalry is one of the most evenly matched in international rugby history, with the all-time series tied at 51 wins apiece and three draws. A French victory would give Les Bleus the outright series lead for the first time ever.

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France opened the championship with an emphatic 36–14 win over Ireland, reinforcing its status as the No. 4 team in the world and a leading contender for the Six Nations title. 

The French have also dominated this fixture recently, winning five consecutive Six Nations meetings against Wales, including a 43–0 victory in 2025. Since Wales’ dramatic 20–19 win over France in the 2019 Rugby World Cup, the Welsh have dropped seven straight matches against Les Bleus.

Wales enters after a difficult Round 1 performance, falling 48–7 to England in London. Ranked No. 11 in the world and outside the top 10, Wales is seeking stability and momentum against a French side in strong form. 

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The venue adds intrigue: Principality Stadium has long been one of rugby’s most imposing arenas. Although France has controlled the rivalry in recent years, Wales’ historic early dominance — winning the first 15 meetings from 1908 to 1927 — underscores the depth of tradition in a matchup that could reshape the series record once again.

Wales vs. France Kickoff Time In Six Nations 2026

Wales hosts France at 10:10 a.m. ET on Feb. 15 at Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales, in Round 2 of the Six Nations.

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Wales Rugby Lineup vs. France In Six Nations 2026

Starting XV

1. Rhys Carre
2. Dewi Lake
3. Tomas Francis
4. Dafydd Jenkins
5. Adam Beard
6. Aaron Wainwright
7. Alex Mann
8. Olly Cracknell
9. Tomos Williams
10. Dan Edwards
11. Josh Adams
12. Joe Hawkins
13. Eddie James
14. Ellis Mee
15. Louis Rees-Zammit

Replacements

• 16. Ryan Elias
• 17. Nicky Smith
• 18. Archie Griffin
• 19. Ben Carter
• 20. Taine Plumtree
• 21. Kieran Hardy
• 22. Jarrod Evans
• 23. Mason Grady

France Rugby Lineup vs. Wales In Six Nations 2026

Starting XV

1. Jean-Baptiste Gros
2. Julien Marchand
3. Dorian Aldegheri
4. Charles Ollivon
5. Mickael Guillard
6. Francois Cros
7. Oscar Jegou
8. Anthony Jelonch
9. Antoine Dupont
10. Matthieu Jalibert
11. Louis Bielle-Biarrey
12. Fabien Brau-Boirie
13. Emilien Gailleton
14. Theo Attissogbe
15. Thomas Ramos

Replacements

• 16. Maxime Lamothe
• 17. Rodrigue Neti
• 18. Regis Montagne
• 19. Thibaud Flament
• 20. Emmanuel Meafou
• 21. Lenni Nouchi
• 22. Baptiste Serin
• 23. Noah Nene

Six Nations Round 2 Lineups & Predictions: Ireland And France Look To The Future

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Six Nations 2026 Fixtures

Round 1

• Feb. 5 – France vs. Ireland – 3:10 p.m. ET
• Feb. 7 – Italy vs. Scotland – 9:10 a.m. ET
• Feb. 7 – England vs. Wales – 11:40 a.m. ET

Round 2

• Feb. 14 – Ireland vs. Italy – 9:10 a.m. ET
• Feb. 14 – Scotland vs. England – 11:40 a.m. ET
• Feb. 15 – Wales vs. France – 10:10 a.m. ET

Round 3

• Feb. 21 – England vs. Ireland – 9:10 a.m. ET
• Feb. 21 – Wales vs. Scotland – 11:40 a.m. ET
• Feb. 22 – France vs. Italy – 10:10 a.m. ET

Round 4

• March 6 – Ireland vs. Wales – 3:10 p.m. ET
• March 7 – Scotland vs. France – 9:10 a.m. ET
• March 7 – Italy vs. England – 11:40 a.m. ET

Round 5

• March 14 – Ireland vs. Scotland – 10:10 a.m. ET
• March 14 – Wales vs. Italy – 12:40 p.m. ET
• March 14 – France vs. England – 4:10 p.m. ET

What Countries Compete In the Six Nations?

• England
• Wales
• Scotland
• Ireland
• France
• Italy

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How To Watch Six Nations 2026

The 2026 Six Nations Championship will be broadcast on different networks all over the world. 

If you live in the USA, you can watch the games on Peacock.

• UK: BBC / ITV
• USA: Peacock
• Ireland: RTÉ / Virgin Media
• Wales (Welsh-language): S4C
• France: France Télévisions
• Italy: Sky Sport / NOW (all matches); TV8 (Italy matches free-to-air)
• South Africa: SuperSport
• Australia: Stan Sport
• New Zealand: Sky Sport NZ

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