France Defeats Ireland 36-14 in Six Nations Opener as Antoine Dupont Returns

France secured a dominant 36-14 victory over Ireland at the Stade de France to open the 2026 Six Nations Championship.Louis Bielle-Biarrey scored two tries and Antoine Dupont made a successful return from injury as Fabien Galthié's squad built a commanding 22-0 halftime lead.Ireland head coach Andy Farrell admitted his team struggled with defensive organization and high balls although Michael Milne and Nick Timoney secured late consolation tries.