Scotland vs France Six Nations Clash: TV Channel, Kick-Off Time and Team News
France will aim to maintain their pursuit of a Six Nations grand slam as they embark on a challenging away fixture against Scotland at Murrayfield. Under the guidance of Fabien Galthie, the tournament favourites have demonstrated formidable control, securing victories over Ireland, Wales, and Italy in earlier rounds. A bonus-point win in this match would clinch the championship title for Les Bleus, though achieving this against a resilient Scottish side promises to be a stern test.
Scotland, managed by Gregor Townsend, are fully aware of the daunting task ahead against a confident French squad. However, a triumph on home soil could dramatically alter the title race, potentially propelling Scotland to the top of the table. This follows their stirring performance against England in round two and a narrow escape in Cardiff, highlighting their capacity to rise to the occasion.
When is Scotland vs France?
The highly anticipated Six Nations encounter between Scotland and France is scheduled to commence at 2.10pm GMT on Saturday, 7 March. The match will be held at the iconic Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh, setting the stage for a thrilling rugby spectacle.
How to Watch the Match
For viewers in the United Kingdom, the game will be broadcast live on BBC One, with comprehensive coverage starting from 1pm GMT. Additionally, a live stream will be accessible via the BBC iPlayer platform, ensuring fans can follow the action from anywhere.
Team News and Line-Ups
Scotland have received a significant boost with the return of influential back row player Jack Dempsey, who has made a rapid recovery from a bicep injury sustained against England. Dempsey is fit to start at No 8, prompting Gregor Brown to shift from the back row into the second row, replacing Max Williamson.
This change is part of four adjustments to the Scottish pack, including an entirely new front row featuring Pierre Schoeman, George Turner, and D’Arcy Rae, who take over from Nathan McBeth, Dave Cherry, and Zander Fagerson. In the backline, Darcy Graham is preferred over Edinburgh teammate Duhan van der Merwe on the wing, marking the sole alteration. Furthermore, 20-year-old flanker Freddy Douglas is poised to make his Six Nations debut from the bench.
France welcome back key players Matthieu Jalibert, Yoram Moefana, and Nicolas Depoortere, forming an all-Bordeaux Begles midfield trio. Jalibert's return allows Thomas Ramos and Theo Attissogbe to revert to their preferred positions of full-back and right wing, respectively. In the forwards, Charles Ollivon and Mickael Guillard are selected ahead of Thibaud Flament and Emmanuel Meafou in the second-row partnership, while Anthony Jelonch is fit to feature at No 8. Notably, replacement scrum half Baptiste Serin is set to earn his 50th cap from the bench.
Confirmed Line-Ups
Scotland XV: 1 Pierre Schoeman, 2 George Turner, 3 D’Arcy Rae; 4 Gregor Brown, 5 Scott Cummings; 6 Matt Fagerson, 7 Rory Darge, 8 Jack Dempsey; 9 Ben White, 10 Finn Russell; 11 Kyle Steyn, 12 Sione Tuipulotu, 13 Huw Jones, 14 Darcy Graham; 15 Blair Kinghorn.
Replacements: 16 Ewan Ashman, 17 Rory Sutherland, 18 Zander Fagerson, 19 Grant Gilchrist, 20 Freddy Douglas, 21 Josh Bayliss; 22 George Horne, 23 Tom Jordan.
France XV: 1 Jean-Baptiste Gros, 2 Julien Marchand, 3 Dorian Aldegheri; 4 Charles Ollivon, 5 Mickael Guillard; 6 Francois Cros, 7 Oscar Jegou, 8 Anthony Jelonch; 9 Antoine Dupont (capt.), 10 Matthieu Jalibert; 11 Louis Bielle-Biarrey, 12 Yoram Moefana, 13 Nicolas Depoortere, 14 Theo Attissogbe; 15 Thomas Ramos.
Replacements: 16 Peato Mauvaka, 17 Rodrigue Neti, 18 Demba Bamba, 19 Thibaud Flament, 20 Emmanuel Meafou, 21 Lenni Nouchi; 22 Baptiste Serin, 23 Pierre-Louis Barassi.
