Summary

  • Kick off: 16:45 BST

  • Ireland currently second in Under-20 Six Nations

  • France one point behind in third place

Live Reporting

  1. Ireland v France Under-20 Six Nation

    Ireland hopes hang by a thread

    BBC Sport

    Reigning Six Nations champions Ireland pulled off a comeback win in a thrilling game against Italy to keep their hopes of retaining the title alive. They found themselves 23-12 down at half time against the Azzurrini before captain Alex Kendellen scored two quick-fire tries in the second-half to get Ireland the lead.

    Nathan Doak put the game beyond Italy with a routine penalty kick. It leaves Italy five points back from England, meaning they will need to pick up a bonus point win over France and hope that Italy can pull of an upset over England.

    France beat Scotland to secure at least third place

    France raced out to a 24-0 lead over Scotland before Enzo Reybier was sent off midway through the first half. It sparked a comeback of sorts for Scotland who pulled to within 10 points early in the second half. But France finished the stronger of the two to close out a 45-21 win.

    They can now spoil Ireland’s thin hopes of retaining the Six Nations title and pull themselves into a second place finish at this year’s tournament.

  2. Want to give rugby a go?

    BBC Sport

    Camaraderie and teamwork are vital skills in most team sports, but none to the same extent as in rugby union.

    From boisterous Saturday-league club houses, to schoolyard games of touch, to lining up for your country in the 6 Nations, union is a sport of skill, bravery and strength.

    And if you're more interested in throwing a ball around there are plenty of options for you, from the aforementioned touch, where tackling is banned, to light-hearted options like beach rugby.

    Although a certain level of physical stature is required in the professional ranks, rugby union really is an accessible sport, with the wide range of functions between different positions making it a sport for everybody,

    Forwards are typically stronger, heavier and entrusted with the more physical aspects of the game, whereas backs utilise pace and agility.

    It is incredibly popular at universities, and women's rugby clubs around the country are always looking for enthusiastic players and the next new pool of talent.

    Find your local club in England,Scotland,Wales and Northern Ireland to give it a go.