A largely off-colour France held off the threat of Italy to eventually kick on and seal a 33-8 bonus-point Six Nations win over Italy and remain unbeaten.
Ireland's replacements saw them kick on to a 20-13 comeback victory over Italy in Round 2 of the Six Nations, avoiding what would have been a first championship loss to the Azzurri in Dublin.
James Cole previews round three of the Six Nations where England and Ireland campaigns are on the line.
Scotland began their 2026 Six Nations campaign in the worst possible manner with a 18-15 defeat to Italy in heavy Rome rain.
Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend says he feels more privileged than pressured as he prepares for their opening match of the Six Nations against Italy next month.
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