What channel is France v Ireland Six Nations 2024 match on? TV coverage time and live stream details

The countdown is on to a big night of rugby excitement as Ireland meet France in Friday night’s Six Nations clash.
By Valerie Martin
Published 2nd Feb 2024, 12:25 GMT
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Huge rivalry between the two sides will make sure the launch of the 2024 tournament is simply unmissable for local rugby fans.

Thousands of viewers will be tuning in to catch the game at Stade Velodrome in Marseille, kicking off at 8pm.

What TV channel is the France v Ireland match on?

Ireland's flanker and captain Peter O'Mahony at a press conference at Stade Velodrome in Marseille on February 1, 2024 on the eve of the Six Nations international rugby union match between France and Ireland. Picture: Nicolas Tucat /AFP via Getty ImagesIreland's flanker and captain Peter O'Mahony at a press conference at Stade Velodrome in Marseille on February 1, 2024 on the eve of the Six Nations international rugby union match between France and Ireland. Picture: Nicolas Tucat /AFP via Getty Images
Ireland's flanker and captain Peter O'Mahony at a press conference at Stade Velodrome in Marseille on February 1, 2024 on the eve of the Six Nations international rugby union match between France and Ireland. Picture: Nicolas Tucat /AFP via Getty Images
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France v Ireland will be shown live on ITV1 from 7.15pm, with rugby experts and former players providing a build-up to the big game.

How to live stream France v Ireland online

The match will be live streamed on ITVX for free. Fans can tune in via a range of device, including smartphones and tablets via the ITVX app.

How to listen to the match

Listen on BBC Sounds, BBC Radio 5 Live and BBC Radio Ulster.

What TV channels are showing Saturday’s matches?

Italy v England (2.15pm) ITV1

Wales v Scotland (4.45pm) BBC One

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