โฑ 12 minute read | Updated August 2026
The Guinness Six Nations is one of the biggest events in the rugby calendar, bringing together England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland and Wales for five unforgettable rounds of international rugby.
Whether you’re planning to attend your first Six Nations match or are a regular supporter looking ahead to the 2027 Championship, this guide brings together everything you need in one place. Alongside the complete fixture list, you’ll find expert planning advice, ticket information, stadium insights and our recommendations for the best weekends to experience the tournament.
We’ll also help you understand which matches are likely to sell out first, when to start planning your trip and where to find tickets if official allocations have already been exhausted.
When Does the 2027 Six Nations Start?
The 2027 Six Nations fixtures begin on Friday 5 February 2027 and run for six weeks, including one rest weekend between rounds three and four.
The championship finishes on 13 March 2027, when all three final-round matches are played on the same day in the traditional Super Saturday format.
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๐ In This Guide
๐ Quick Summary
| Tournament | Guinness Six Nations 2027 |
|---|---|
| Teams | England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland & Wales |
| Matches | 15 |
| Tournament Dates | February โ March 2027 |
| Biggest Rivalries | England v Wales, England v Scotland, Ireland v France |
| Tickets | Available through official allocations and reputable resale marketplaces |
Why the Six Nations Is Special
Few sporting events combine history, rivalry and atmosphere quite like the Guinness Six Nations.
Every year, millions of supporters travel across Europe to experience packed stadiums, iconic anthems and some of the fiercest rivalries in world rugby. From the electric atmosphere of Cardiff on matchday to the tradition of Twickenham and the passion of Dublin, every host city offers something unique.
The tournament isn’t just about the rugbyโit’s about the complete matchday experience. That’s why we’ve created this guide to help you plan every aspect of your trip.
Full Guinness Six Nations Fixtures 2027
Below you will find the full Six Nations fixtures for 2027, including dates and kick-off times.
Round 1 โ 5โ6 February 2027
The 2027 championship kicks off under the Friday night lights in Dublin as Ireland host England in one of the tournamentโs biggest rivalries.
- Friday 5 February โ Ireland v England (20:10 GMT)
- Saturday 6 February โ Scotland v Italy (14:10 GMT)
- Saturday 6 February โ France v Wales (16:40 GMT)
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Date | โก๏ธ Home | โฌ
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| 05/02/27 | ๐ฎ๐ช Ireland | ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ฅ๓ ฎ๓ ง๓ ฟ England | Aviva Stadium | No Tickets |
| 06/02/27 | ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ณ๓ ฃ๓ ด๓ ฟ Scotland | ๐ฎ๐น Italy | Murrayfield | Buy Tickets |
| 06/02/27 | ๐ซ๐ท France | ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ท๓ ฌ๓ ณ๓ ฟ Wales | Stade de France | Buy Tickets |
Round 2 โ 13โ14 February 2027
Round two features a heavyweight clash at Twickenham as England face France in a match that could have a major influence on the championship standings.
- Saturday 13 February โ Italy v Ireland (14:10 GMT)
- Saturday 13 February โ Scotland v Wales (16:40 GMT)
- Sunday 14 February โ England v France (15:10 GMT)
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Date | โก๏ธ Home | โฌ
๏ธ Away | ๐๏ธ Venue | ๐๏ธ Tickets |
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| 13/02/27 | ๐ฎ๐น Italy | ๐ฎ๐ช Ireland | Stadio Olimpico | Buy Tickets |
| 13/02/27 | ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ณ๓ ฃ๓ ด๓ ฟ Scotland | ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ท๓ ฌ๓ ณ๓ ฟ Wales | Murrayfield | Buy Tickets |
| 14/02/27 | ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ฅ๓ ฎ๓ ง๓ ฟ England | ๐ซ๐ท France | Twickenham | Buy Tickets |
Round 3 โ 20โ21 February 2027
The middle weekend of the tournament sees Wales host Ireland in Cardiff, while Scotland travel to Paris to face France.
- Saturday 20 February โ Wales v Ireland (14:10 GMT)
- Saturday 20 February โ England v Italy (16:40 GMT)
- Sunday 21 February โ France v Scotland (15:10 GMT)
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Date | โก๏ธ Home | โฌ
๏ธ Away | ๐๏ธ Venue | ๐๏ธ Tickets |
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| 20/02/27 | ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ท๓ ฌ๓ ณ๓ ฟ Wales | ๐ฎ๐ช Ireland | Principality Stadium | Buy Tickets |
| 20/02/27 | ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ฅ๓ ฎ๓ ง๓ ฟ England | ๐ฎ๐น Italy | Twickenham | Buy Tickets |
| 21/02/27 | ๐ซ๐ท France | ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ณ๓ ฃ๓ ด๓ ฟ Scotland | Stade de France | Buy Tickets |
Round 4 โ 5โ6 March 2027
After the fallow week, the action resumes with another Friday night fixture as Scotland welcome Ireland to Edinburgh.
- Friday 5 March โ Scotland v Ireland (20:10 GMT)
- Saturday 6 March โ Italy v France (14:10 GMT)
- Saturday 6 March โ Wales v England (16:40 GMT)
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Date | โก๏ธ Home | โฌ
๏ธ Away | ๐๏ธ Venue | ๐๏ธ Tickets |
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| 05/03/27 | ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ณ๓ ฃ๓ ด๓ ฟ Scotland | ๐ฎ๐ช Ireland | Murrayfield | Buy Tickets |
| 06/03/27 | ๐ฎ๐น Italy | ๐ซ๐ท France | Stadio Olimpico | Buy Tickets |
| 06/03/27 | ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ท๓ ฌ๓ ณ๓ ฟ Wales | ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ฅ๓ ฎ๓ ง๓ ฟ England | Principality Stadium | Buy Tickets |
Round 5 โ Super Saturday โ 13 March 2027
Super Saturday once again closes the tournament, with the final match of the championship taking place in Dublin as Ireland host France in a potentially title-deciding encounter.
- Italy v Wales (14:10 GMT)
- England v Scotland (16:40 GMT)
- Ireland v France (20:10 GMT)
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Date | โก๏ธ Home | โฌ
๏ธ Away | ๐๏ธ Venue | ๐๏ธ Tickets |
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| 13/03/27 | ๐ฎ๐น Italy | ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ท๓ ฌ๓ ณ๓ ฟ Wales | Stadio Olimpico | Buy Tickets |
| 13/03/27 | ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ฅ๓ ฎ๓ ง๓ ฟ England | ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ณ๓ ฃ๓ ด๓ ฟ Scotland | Twickenham | Buy Tickets |
| 13/03/27 | ๐ฎ๐ช Ireland | ๐ซ๐ท France | Aviva Stadium | No Tickets |
Round One Preview
The opening weekend always sets the tone for the championship, and Round One rarely disappoints.
Supporters finally get to see how each nation has prepared, new combinations are tested under pressure and early victories can provide enormous momentum heading into the remaining rounds.
โญ Match of the Round
Ireland v England (Round 1) โ A huge opening weekend clash between two traditional rivals.
This fixture is likely to attract significant attention from travelling supporters and television audiences alike. Expect strong demand, particularly if it features one of the tournament’s traditional rivalries.
๐ Ticket Demand
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Round One fixtures generally experience strong demand as supporters look to kick off the championship in style. Buying early usually offers the best choice of seats.
๐ก Supporter’s Insight
If you’re attending the opening weekend, consider arriving a day early. Host cities are full of pre-match events, fan zones and rugby supporters, making the build-up almost as memorable as the game itself.
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Round Two Preview
By the second weekend, the tournament picture begins to develop.
Teams that won their opening fixtures will be looking to build momentum, while those who started with defeat often face an early must-win encounter.
This combination of pressure and expectation frequently produces some of the most entertaining rugby of the championship.
โญ Match of the Round
England v France (Round 2) โ Often one of the championshipโs most anticipated fixtures.
Expect another packed stadium and an outstanding atmosphere, particularly if one of the home nations is involved.
๐ Ticket Demand
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Historically, Round Two contains several of the tournament’s highest-demand fixtures, making early planning particularly important.
๐ก Supporter’s Insight
If you’re travelling internationally, Round Two can be an excellent opportunity to combine a rugby weekend with a city break. Accommodation tends to become more expensive closer to matchday, so booking in advance can often save money.
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Round Three Preview
By the halfway stage of the championship, every result begins to carry extra significance. Teams with Grand Slam ambitions know there is little room for error, while others may already be battling to keep their title hopes alive or avoid finishing at the bottom of the table.
Round Three often produces some of the tournament’s most tactical and hard-fought encounters, with momentum becoming just as important as individual performances.
โญ Match of the Round
France v Scotland (Round 3) – France, the indellable force, Scotland on the resurgance. Fever Pitch.
If both teams arrive unbeaten, expect this to become one of the defining matches of the championship. Demand for tickets is usually extremely high, particularly when two title contenders meet.
๐ Ticket Demand
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Fixtures involving England, France or Ireland at this stage of the tournament regularly attract huge interest, making early planning essential.
๐ก Supporter’s Insight
If you’re travelling from overseas, consider extending your stay by an extra day or two. Many host cities organise rugby-themed events, fan zones and celebrations throughout the weekend, giving you much more than just 80 minutes of rugby.
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Round Four Preview
Round Four is often described as “moving day” in the Guinness Six Nations. By this stage, every point matters and the championship table begins to take shape.
Teams chasing the title cannot afford mistakes, while others fight for valuable victories before the final weekend. The intensity on and off the pitch makes Round Four one of the most exciting weekends of the tournament.
โญ Match of the Round
Wales v England (Round 4) โ The intense Anglo-Welsh rivalry returns in Cardiff.
This fixture has all the ingredients for a memorable occasion, from passionate travelling supporters to an electric stadium atmosphere.
๐ Ticket Demand
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Demand remains exceptionally strong across most fixtures, particularly where championship ambitions are still alive.
๐ก Supporter’s Insight
If flexibility isn’t important, booking accommodation several months in advance can often provide far better value than waiting until closer to matchday.
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Round Five โ Super Saturday
There are few occasions in world rugby quite like Super Saturday.
All three fixtures take place on the same day, often deciding the Championship title, Grand Slam, Triple Crown and final standings.
For rugby supporters, it is one of the greatest days in the sporting calendar.
The atmosphere extends far beyond the stadiums, with pubs, fan zones and city centres packed from morning until late into the evening.
โญ Match of the Round (there’s actually two!)
Ireland v France (Round 5) โ A blockbuster final match that could decide the title.
England v Scotland (Round 5) โ The Calcutta Cup match takes place on Super Saturday.
If the championship is still alive, expect this to be one of the most sought-after tickets of the entire tournament.
๐ Ticket Demand
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Super Saturday fixtures consistently rank among the hardest tickets to secure.
๐ก Supporter’s Insight
If you’re planning to experience Super Saturday in person, make travel and accommodation arrangements as early as possible. Hotels in host cities frequently sell out well before the tournament begins.
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Why Some Six Nations Matches Are Harder to Get Tickets For
Not every fixture attracts the same level of demand.
Several factors influence ticket availability, including historic rivalries, stadium capacity, recent team performances and travelling support.
Traditional rivalries such as England v Scotland, England v Wales and Ireland v France almost always generate exceptional interest, while title-deciding fixtures on Super Saturday can become some of the hottest tickets in world rugby.
Understanding these demand trends can help you decide when to buy and which fixtures require the earliest planning.
๐ Ticket Demand Ratings
| Fixture Type | Expected Demand | Buy Early? |
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| England v Wales | โญโญโญโญโญ | โ Essential |
| England v Scotland | โญโญโญโญโญ | โ Essential |
| Ireland v France | โญโญโญโญโญ | โ Essential |
| France v England | โญโญโญโญโญ | โ Essential |
| Wales v Ireland | โญโญโญโญโ | โ Recommended |
| Scotland v England | โญโญโญโญโ | โ Recommended |
| France v Scotland | โญโญโญโญโ | โ Recommended |
| Italy Home Matches | โญโญโญโโ | Flexible |
๐ก Supporter’s Insight
High demand doesn’t necessarily mean you can’t get ticketsโit simply means your options may become more limited closer to matchday. If attending one of the tournament’s biggest rivalries is important to you, starting your search early gives you the widest choice.
The Championship’s Biggest Matches
Every supporter has their favourite fixture, but a handful of matches consistently stand out for atmosphere, history and demand.
England v Scotland โ The Calcutta Cup
One of international rugby’s oldest rivalries, the Calcutta Cup delivers intensity, tradition and a unique atmosphere. Whether played at Twickenham or Scottish Gas Murrayfield, this fixture is one of the highlights of the championship.
England v Wales
Few sporting rivalries capture the imagination quite like England against Wales. Passionate supporters, packed stadiums and decades of history combine to make this one of the hardest tickets to secure every year.
Ireland v France
In recent seasons this fixture has frequently influenced the destination of the championship trophy. The quality of rugby on display and the atmosphere inside the Aviva Stadium or Stade de France make it essential viewing.
France v England
Two of European rugby’s biggest nations meeting in Paris always creates an unforgettable occasion. For travelling supporters, it also offers one of the best city-break experiences of the tournament.
Scotland v England
When hosted in Edinburgh, this fixture combines the history of the Calcutta Cup with one of rugby’s great matchday cities, making it a favourite among travelling supporters.
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Planning ahead gives you the widest choice of fixtures and seating options.
Planning Your Tournament
Every supporter enjoys the Six Nations differently.
Some plan an entire five-week rugby adventure, while others choose one standout fixture each year.
If you’re attending just one match, think about more than the rugby itself.
Ask yourself:
- Which city would you most like to visit?
- Which stadium atmosphere appeals to you?
- Which rivalry would you most like to experience?
- Are you travelling with family or friends?
- Would hospitality improve your experience?
These questions often help narrow down the perfect fixture long before tickets go on sale.
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