France vs Ireland kick the Six Nations off on Thursday night in a blockbuster clash, check out our prediction for the opener.
France v Ireland
Match Facts
Location: Stade de France, Stade-Denis
Kick Off Time: 20:10
Tournament: Six Nations
Where to Watch (UK): ITV1 & ITVX
France host Ireland in a mouthwatering opener to the 2026 Six Nations in a game which could define where the trophy is heading after the first 80 minutes of action.
In this article, we look at the latest odds for Thursday night's match-up, the most popular bets placed on Oddschecker for the match and give our match prediction.
Who are the favourites to win in France vs Ireland?
France come into this came as overwhelming 1/6 favourites with the bookmakers to get the win on Thursday night. Ireland can be backed at 5/1, whilst the draw is a huge 40/1.
| Match Result | Best Odds | Bookmaker |
|---|---|---|
| France | 1/6 | bet365 |
| Ireland | 5/1 | Betfred |
| Draw | 40/1 | bet365 |
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France vs Ireland Match Prediction
France host Ireland in Paris tonight to kick off the 2026 Six Nations, with a damp forecast that could nudge the game towards territory, discipline and goal-kicking rather than a full-blown shootout.
Ireland arrive with disruption in key areas, particularly up front, which could prove costly if France are able to build scoreboard pressure and unleash their bench in the final quarter.
With Antoine Dupont back to drive tempo and decision-making, Les Bleus look better equipped to turn momentum into points when the game tightens.
Oddschecker prediction: France to win, correct score France 30–20 Ireland.
France vs Ireland Most Popular Bets
These are the five most popular bets placed on France v Ireland this week on Oddschecker.
Ireland +13.5 Point Spread @ 10/11
Louis Bielle-Biarrey - First Tryscorer @ 13/2
Nicolas Depoortere - First Tryscorer @ 14/1
Theo Attissogbe - Anytime Tryscorer @ 11/8
France Winning Margin (6-10 Points) @ 5/1
Oddschecker's Betting Tips:
Theo Attissogbe - Anytime Tryscorer (1pt Stake)
France Winning Margin - 6-10 Points (0.5pt Stake)
Nicolas Depoortere - First Tryscorer (0.25pt Stake
