2027 Six Nations Fixtures Revealed: Ireland to Host Opener

The full schedule for the 2027 Six Nations Championship has been announced, with Ireland set to kick off the tournament against England in Dublin on Friday, February 5, 2027.

Key Dates and Matchups

Unlike the 2026 edition which began on a Thursday, the 2027 championship will commence with a Friday night clash between Ireland and England. The opening weekend also features Scotland hosting Italy and France welcoming Wales.

Round 1 – February 5-6, 2027

• Friday, February 5, 2027: Ireland v England (8:10 PM GMT)
• Saturday, February 6, 2027: Scotland v Italy (2:10 PM GMT)
• Saturday, February 6, 2027: France v Wales (4:40 PM GMT)

Round 2 – February 13-14, 2027

• Saturday, February 13, 2027: Italy v Ireland (2:10 PM GMT)
• Saturday, February 13, 2027: Scotland v Wales (4:40 PM GMT)
• Sunday, February 14, 2027: England v France (3:10 PM GMT)

Round 3 – February 20-21, 2027

• Saturday, February 20, 2027: Wales v Ireland (2:10 PM GMT)
• Saturday, February 20, 2027: England v Italy (4:40 PM GMT)
• Sunday, February 21, 2027: France v Scotland (3:10 PM GMT)

Round 4 – March 5-6, 2027

• Friday, March 5, 2027: Scotland v Ireland (8:10 PM GMT)
• Saturday, March 6, 2027: Italy v France (2:10 PM GMT)
• Saturday, March 6, 2027: Wales v England (4:40 PM GMT)

Round 5 – March 13, 2027

• Saturday, March 13, 2027: Italy v Wales (2:10 PM GMT)
• Saturday, March 13, 2027: England v Scotland (4:40 PM GMT)
• Saturday, March 13, 2027: Ireland v France (8:10 PM GMT)

The championship will follow a similar structure to the 2026 tournament, including a fallow week after the third round of fixtures to allow players a break.