Women's Six Nations 2026 - France 26-7 Ireland: Hosts battle past Irish in Clermont

France defeated Ireland 26-7 in the Women's Six Nations 2026, played in Clermont, keeping France on track for a potential Grand Slam showdown with England. Ireland had been seeking their first win on French soil and their first victory over France since 2017, with the sides having most recently met in an 18-13 France win at the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals in October. The result means Ireland's wait for revenge against France continues.