This weekend, 1st & 2nd February, sees the first round of games in this year’s Six Nations Championship.  Throughout the tournament most games will be shown live, with some shown as recordings. Where possible, the England Women’s games will also be shown, again live if possible. 

The club holds the principle that support of our teams and players should take presedent over televised sport and live international rugby should not be shown on the club’s TV screens while we have home fixtures taking place.

Live games are therefore occassionally recorded and played at a delayed time to allow spectators and players to enjoy them. This principle is endorsed by the club commitee and your co-operation will be most appreciated. Please do not harass or complain to our bar staff or volunteers with regards to the scheduling of matches. 

Saturday 1st February

  • Eccles 1XV v Anselmians 1XV KO 1415
  • Ireland v Scotland – shown live 1645, followed by,
  • Wales v Italy – shown as a recording 1830.

Sunday 2nd February

  • France v England Women - shown live 12:30
  • Eccles Colts v Preston Grasshoppers Colts KO 1400
  • France v England Men - delayed viewing starting 1515, second half shown live.  (The first time the teams have met since the controversial cancelation of their World Cup pool fixture)

Sat 8th February

  • Ireland v Wales 
  • Scotland v England 

Sun 9th February

  • France v Italy 

Sat 22nd February

  • Italy v Scotland 
  • Wales v France 

Sun 3rd February

  • England v Ireland

Sat 7th March

  • Ireland v Italy
  • England v Wales KO 1645

Sun 8th March

  • Scotland v France

Sat 14th March

  • Wales v Scotland 
  • Italy v England KO 1645
  • France v Ireland KO 2000

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