Scotland and France clash at a bouncing Murrayfield on Saturday afternoon, with the hosts chasing a statement win and the visitors hunting a Grand Slam charge into the final round.
Scotland vs France
Match Facts
Location: Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh
Kick Off Time: 14:10, Saturday 7th March
Tournament: Six Nations
Where to Watch (UK): ITV1 & ITVX
Scotland and France meet at Murrayfield on Saturday in a clash that could shape the entire Championship, with the hosts chasing a third straight win and the visitors closing in on a Grand Slam push. The atmosphere will be electric, Scotland buoyed by their comeback in Cardiff and France arriving as the tournament’s form side, setting the stage for a heavyweight contest in Edinburgh.
In this article, we look at the latest odds for Saturday's match, the most popular bets placed on Oddschecker for the match and give our match prediction.
Who are the favourites to win in Scotland vs France?
| Team | Best Odds | Bookmaker |
|---|---|---|
| Scotland | 15/4 | AKBets |
| Draw | 35/1 | AKBets |
| France | 3/10 | Ladbrokes |
Scotland vs France Match Prediction
France arrive at Murrayfield looking every inch the Championship’s dominant force, and the numbers back up their status as favourites. Three rounds in, they’ve taken the maximum 15 points, scored 18 tries and brushed aside Ireland, Wales and Italy with a level of control no other side has matched. Their recent record against Scotland only strengthens the case: four straight wins, including last year’s convincing 35–16 victory in Paris.
Scotland, meanwhile, have shown resilience but also vulnerability. They needed a major comeback to overturn Wales after trailing by 15 points with half an hour left, and a start like that against France would be fatal. Their front-row reshuffle and the absence of Duhan van der Merwe remove some of their punch, while France’s rotation - bringing in Charles Ollivon and reinforcing the midfield with Moefana and Depoortere - arguably makes them stronger, not weaker.
The biggest difference lies in consistency. France have been ruthless across all three rounds, controlling collisions, dominating territory and finishing chances with clinical precision. Scotland have produced moments of brilliance but haven’t delivered an 80‑minute performance yet, and against a side chasing back‑to‑back titles and a Grand Slam shot in Paris, that gap is decisive.
Prediction: France by 7–10 points.
Scotland vs France Most Popular Bets
Scotland to Win - Best price 15/4 with AKbets
Darcy Graham Anytime tryscorer - Best price 13/8 with Betfred
Louis Bielle Biarrey First Tryscorer - Best price 6/1 with bet365
France / France Half time/Full-time - Best price 13/20 with BetMGM
Scotland vs France Betting Tips
France / France Half time/Full-time
Advised Stake: 1pt
Best price: 13/20
Louis Bielle Biarrey First Tryscorer
Advised stake: 0.75 pts
Best price: 6/1
