How to follow Scotland v France this weekend

3 Mar 2026

Six Nations rugby returns to Edinburgh this weekend as Scotland host France following the fallow week. For those not watching live this weekend, here's how to follow the action for both the senior and Under-20 teams.

PARIS, FRANCE - MARCH 15: Scotland’s Finn Russell in action during a Guinness Six Nations match between France and Scotland at the Stade de France, on March 15, 2025, in Paris, France. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Scotland U20 v France U20 – Under-20 Six Nations

The weekend’s rugby begins on Friday evening at Hive Stadium. Scotland’s Under-20 side will face a significant challenge against a physical French team as they continue their 2026 campaign.

  • Date: Friday, 6 March 2026

  • Kick-off: 6:15pm

  • Venue: Hive Stadium, Edinburgh

How to watch Supporters can watch live coverage of the Under-20 match through BBC digital platforms. The game will be available to stream on the BBC iPlayer, the BBC Sport website, and via the BBC Sport app, streaming the full 80 minutes of action.


Scotland v France – Guinness Men’s Six Nations

The senior sides meet on Saturday afternoon at Scottish Gas Murrayfield. This fixture has produced some of the most entertaining matches in recent seasons, with both teams known for their expansive styles of play.

  • Date: Saturday, 7 March 2026

  • Kick-off: 2:10pm

  • Venue: Scottish Gas Murrayfield, Edinburgh

How to watch on TV and live stream

  • TV: BBC One and Premier Sports

  • Live stream: BBC iPlayer and the Premier Sports Player

The match will be broadcast live on BBC One, featuring a full build-up and post-match analysis. For those with a subscription, Premier Sports will also provide comprehensive live coverage of the encounter. Fans can stream the match live through the BBC iPlayer or the Premier Player app across all compatible devices.


Weekend Rugby at a Glance

  • Friday: Scotland U20 v France U20 – Live on BBC iPlayer and BBC Sport (6:15pm)

  • Saturday: Scotland v France (Men’s Six Nations) – Live on BBC One & Premier Sports (2:10pm)

With both matches taking place in the capital, it is another important weekend for the national squads as they look to secure results on home soil.

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