Scotland stunned defending champions France 50-40 at Scottish Gas Murrayfield on Saturday 7 March 2026, a remarkable try-fest that blew the Six Nations title race wide open in Round 4. The result ended France’s unbeaten start to the defence of their championship and briefly put Scotland top of the table on points difference.
What is Scotland vs France in the Six Nations?
The fixture is one of the most attacking and high-scoring rivalries in the Six Nations Championship, the Northern Hemisphere’s premier international rugby union tournament. France and Scotland have met every year in the competition, which is contested annually by England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland and Wales over five rounds in February and March. France entered the 2026 championship as defending champions after winning the Grand Slam in 2025, while Scotland were chasing a first title since 1999.
When did it take place?
Kick-off was at 16:45 GMT on Saturday 7 March 2026, as the centrepiece fixture of Round 4. The game was played in front of a packed Murrayfield crowd and under the lights, providing one of the standout atmospheres of the entire championship.
Where was it held?
The match was staged at Scottish Gas Murrayfield (formerly known simply as Murrayfield Stadium) in Edinburgh, Scotland’s national rugby venue since 1925. The ground has a capacity of 67,144 and is the largest stadium in Scotland.
Results
Scotland 50-40 France. In a breathtaking encounter featuring 13 tries, Scotland held off a late France fightback to claim one of their most memorable Six Nations victories in recent memory. The hosts raced into a substantial lead with early scores, and although France came storming back in the final quarter to cut the deficit, Scotland held firm to cross the 50-point mark in a Six Nations fixture against a top-tier opponent. Full-back Blair Kinghorn, centre Huw Jones and fly-half Finn Russell were among the standout performers, while France’s Thomas Ramos and Antoine Dupont kept the visitors in contention until the final whistle.
Background and form going in
France had arrived at Murrayfield unbeaten in the championship, having dispatched Ireland, Italy and Wales in their opening three rounds. A win in Edinburgh would have put Fabien Galthie’s side on course to defend their 2025 Grand Slam. Scotland, meanwhile, had been in strong form themselves after beating England 31-20 at home in Round 2. A week earlier, France had beaten Italy 73-24 in Lyon, underlining their attacking firepower and making the Murrayfield result all the more impressive.
History and Records
Scotland’s 50-point haul against France was their highest ever in a Six Nations match against Les Bleus. France had only conceded 50 or more points in a Six Nations fixture a handful of times in the tournament’s history. France ultimately recovered to win the championship thanks to a 48-46 victory over England on the final day, with Thomas Ramos’s closing penalty edging out Ireland at the summit. Scotland finished third on 16 points after a 43-21 defeat in Dublin the following weekend.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won Scotland vs France in the 2026 Six Nations?
Scotland beat France 50-40 at Scottish Gas Murrayfield on Saturday 7 March 2026.
When was the match played?
Saturday 7 March 2026 in Round 4 of the championship.
Where was the match held?
At Scottish Gas Murrayfield in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Did France still win the 2026 Six Nations?
Yes. Despite defeat at Murrayfield, France retained the title thanks to a 48-46 victory over England on the final day.