2026 Guinness Men’s Six Nations Fixtures Confirmed: Where to Watch

The 2026 Guinness Men's Six Nations is fast approaching, with the full fixture list now confirmed – but the big question on every rugby fan’s mind is: where can you watch every tackle, try, and triumph unfold? As Europe’s elite rugby nations prepare to battle it out once again, here’s everything you need to know to stay glued to the action.

May 20, 2025

What is the 2026 Guinness Men’s Six Nations?

The 2026 Guinness Men’s Six Nations will be one of the biggest events in international rugby, bringing together England Rugby, Scotland Rugby, Irish Rugby, France Rugby, Wales, and Italy in a battle for European supremacy.

Dating back to 1883, the tournament began as the Home Nations Championship, evolved into the Five Nations with France’s inclusion in 1910, and became the Six Nations in 2000 when Italy joined. Today, it’s known for iconic rivalries like England vs. Scotland (the Calcutta Cup) and England vs. France (Le Crunch), drawing millions of fans worldwide.

With the 2026 Six Nations fixtures now confirmed, anticipation is building for another unforgettable season of world-class rugby.

Who’s Playing, When and Where?

The 2026 Guinness Men’s Six Nations kicks off on Thursday, 5 February, with a blockbuster opening clash between France and Ireland, marking the tournament’s first-ever Thursday night fixture. The opening weekend continues on Saturday, 7 February, as Italy host Scotland, and England takes on Wales in what’s always a fiercely contested encounter.

As the tournament progresses, fans can look forward to classic clashes including Scotland vs. England, England vs. Ireland, and Ireland vs. Wales, all leading up to a thrilling finale on Saturday, 14 March, when France faces England in the closing match of the championship.

Scroll down for the full list of 2026 Guinness Men’s Six Nations fixtures, including all dates and kick-off times.

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Where can I watch the 2026 Six Nations?

If you’re in the UK, matches will be shown free-to-air and split between BBC and ITV. The BBC will broadcast all home games for Scotland and Wales, while ITV will cover home matches for England, France, Ireland, and Italy. All games will also be available to stream live and on catch-up via BBC iPlayer and ITVX.

In Ireland, coverage will be shared between RTÉ and Virgin Media, continuing their recent partnership to show every match live.

In France, matches are expected to be shown on France Télévisions, as in previous years, though official confirmation is still pending. In Italy, the five matches involving the national team are typically shown free on TV8, with full coverage likely via Sky Italia.

If you’re watching from another country, you can find the full list of official broadcasters here.

Watch the Guinness Men’s Six Nations Live in The Pegasus Lounge!

Corinthian Sports is proud to offer exclusive hospitality across the 2026 Guinness Men’s Six Nations, with premium access to some of the tournament’s most iconic venues — including Allianz Stadium, Scottish Gas Murrayfield, and Stadio Olimpico.

At Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, enjoy The Pegasus Lounge in Rugby House, a premium experience for England Rugby fans. (Note: While we sell official England Rugby Hospitality packages, we are not the Exclusive Hospitality Provider to the Rugby Football Union.)

In Edinburgh, The Pegasus Lounge at Scottish Gas Murrayfield provides the perfect setting for Scotland Rugby’s biggest matches. Our Stadio Olimpico hospitality brings the same luxury to Italy’s home fixtures.

Guests receive early suite access, a free-flowing bar including Guinness on tap, a gourmet three-course meal, afternoon tea, and an official match-day programme. Plus, enjoy live entertainment and meet rugby legends like Ben Youngs, Anthony Watson, and Jason Leonard.

For a top-class rugby day, The Pegasus Lounge delivers an unforgettable Six Nations experience.