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Ireland and France joint-favourites as Six Nations rolls around


Published on 2025-01-20 03:05:19 - MSN
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The article from MSN discusses the upcoming Six Nations rugby tournament, highlighting Ireland and France as the joint favorites to win. Ireland, coming off a Grand Slam victory in the previous year, is seen as a strong contender despite the retirement of key players like Johnny Sexton. They are set to face France in a crucial opening match in Marseille, which could set the tone for the rest of the tournament. France, under new coach Fabien Galthie, has also undergone changes with the retirement of several players but remains formidable. The article also touches on the ambitions of other teams like England, who are looking to bounce back under coach Steve Borthwick, and Scotland, who aim to build on their recent successes. Additionally, Italy and Wales are mentioned as teams with potential to upset the favorites, with Italy showing signs of improvement and Wales dealing with internal changes. The Six Nations is described as a highly competitive and unpredictable tournament, with each team having its own narrative and challenges.

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