France Vs England, Rugby Six Nations 2026: Les Bleus Retain Title With Dramatic Two-Point Victory

France retained their title with a dramatic 48-46 victory over England at the Stade de France. In a match featuring 13 tries, the lead swapped hands repeatedly until the final seconds. England appeared to have snatched the trophy for Ireland after a late Tommy Freeman try put them ahead by one point. However, with the clock in the red, Thomas Ramos stepped up to slot a 43-meter penalty, sparking wild French celebrations. Louis Bielle-Biarrey was the star, scoring a remarkable four tries. Despite seven tries and a resurgent performance, England finished fifth in their toughest campaign to date. England’s dismal performance marks their most unsuccessful Six Nations campaign in history, concluding with a lone victory in five outings. Catch some of the best pictures from the match below.

Updated on: 16 March 2026 10:24 am

Published at: 16 March 2026 10:24 am

Antoine Dupont of France holds the trophy aloft after clinching the title after winning the Six Nations rugby union match between France and England in Saint-Denis, outside Paris. | Photo: AP/Michel Euler

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Emmanuel Meafou of France celebrates with fans after winning the Six Nations rugby union match between France and England in Saint-Denis, outside Paris, Saturday, March 14, 2026. () | Photo: AP/Michel Euler

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Thomas Ramos of France kicks the winning penalty during the Six Nations rugby union match between France and England in Saint-Denis, outside Paris. | Photo: AP/Michel Euler

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Louis Bielle‑Biarrey of France celebrates after Thomas Ramos kicked the winning penalty during the Six Nations rugby union match between France and England in Saint-Denis, outside Paris. | Photo: AP/Michel Euler

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Louis Bielle‑Biarrey of France scores a try during the Six Nations rugby union match between France and England in Saint-Denis, outside Paris. | Photo: AP/Michel Euler

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Players clash during the Six Nations rugby union match between France and England in Saint-Denis, outside Paris. | Photo: AP/Michel Euler

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England's Ben Earl tackles Matthieu Jalibert of France during the Six Nations rugby union match between France and England in Saint-Denis, outside Paris. | Photo: AP/Michel Euler

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Thibaud Flament of France wins a line out during the Six Nations rugby union match between France and England in Saint-Denis, outside Paris. | Photo: AP/Michel Euler

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England's Ollie Chessum celebrates after scoring a try during the Six Nations rugby union match between France and England in Saint-Denis, outside Paris. | Photo: AP/Michel Euler

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England's Cadan Murley is tackled during the Six Nations rugby union match between France and England in Saint-Denis, outside Paris. | Photo: AP/Michel Euler