It was a thrilling start to the Six Nations over the weekend. The two big heavyweights for success this year started with victories. The Rugby 6 Nations odds find it difficult to separate Ireland and France, which means that there will be immense pressure on both nations ahead of this second round of games this weekend.
But, which of the top-two ranked nations in the world of rugby can claim victory and keep their hopes of Grand Slam glory alive in Dublin? You can find the latest Ireland vs France rugby odds here.
Ireland vs. France Information
Ireland vs France
Location: Aviva Stadium, Dublin, Ireland
Date and Time: Saturday, February 11. 9:15 AM ET.
How To Watch: Peacock
Ireland vs. France Recent Scores
France has enjoyed a fine record against Ireland in recent years. They have claimed victories in each of the previous three. The latest of those was a 30-24 win at the Stade de France in the previous edition of the Six Nations in 2022.
Meanwhile, France also landed a 15-13 win on their previous visit to Dublin in the 2021 edition o the Six Nations. Ireland’s last win against France was recorded at the Aviva Stadium, but it was achieved back in March 2019. It will be fascinating to see whether these trends have any impact on the rugby betting odds.
Ireland vs. France Betting Analysis
Ireland Facts To Know
The hosts remain favored in Ireland vs France rugby odds for this weekend after enjoying a commanding start to the Six Nations last weekend. Ireland is currently the top-ranked nation in rugby union, and that has been emphasized by its position in the rugby league betting odds for the World Cup later this year.
The Irish weren’t in any mood to hang around in their opening day matchup against Wales in Cardiff, as they stormed to a 34-10 win. Ireland found themselves 14-0 up after the opening ten minutes, with Caelan Doris and James Ryan both scoring tries. Their half-time advantage was stretched to 27-3 following James Lowe’s impressive effort.
It was an extremely impressive showing by the Irish, as they inflicted the heaviest home defeat suffered by Wales since 2001. There is a feeling that all the hard work done in previous years by Ireland has been leading up to this year, as they chase Six Nations glory, before looking for a historic World Cup triumph in the summer.
France Facts To Know
While Ireland looked like serious Grand Slam contenders in Cardiff, France was made to work extremely hard in their opening-day match against Italy. The French were among the solid rugby predictions for that game in Rome, but they only narrowly avoided one of the great Six Nations upsets.
Italy led 24-22 going into the final stages, but France showed their champions mentality in the closing stages to snatch the victory. The decisive moment came courtesy of a Matthieu Jaibert try, which also ensured a bonus point for the win. It wasn’t pretty, but the victory ensures that France has now recorded 14 straight wins.
France will likely need to be more disciplined in Dublin this weekend, as they conceded 18 penalties against Italy in their opening game. That was the most that a side coached by Shaun Edwards has conceded in over 20 years. In a game of tight margins, it could come down to France keeping their cool.
Updates
Andy Farrell will have a number of key injury issues to contend with this weekend. Jamison Gibson-Park was ruled out of the opening game against Wales with just hours remaining before kick-off. He will join Tadhg Furlong, Cian Healy, and Robbie Henshaw on the sidelines.
The big playing missing for France this weekend remains Jonathan Danty, who was ruled out of the entirety of the Six Nations at the start of January. Cameron Woki is also likely to miss out on the trip to Dublin.
Ireland vs. France Betting Preview
Moneyline
Ireland: -225
France: +200
Tie: +2200
Spread
Ireland (-5): -110
France (+5): +100
Ireland vs. France Betting Prediction
It will be a massive Grand Slam decider in Dublin this weekend, but Ireland vs France rugby odds certainly highlight a clear favorite. France’s will to win was strong against Italy last weekend, but their discipline is a huge concern.
It was hard not to have been impressed by Ireland’s display in Cardiff, and we like their chances of putting on a show in front of their home fans this weekend.
Pick: Ireland (-5) (-110)
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