France Hosts Wales in Six Nations 2025 Opener

The 2025 Six Nations tournament kicks off on January 31 with France hosting Wales at the Stade de France. France, considered favorites, looks to regain momentum after a successful 2022 season and aims to capitalize on their home advantage, while Wales is desperate to end a record run of 12 consecutive Test match losses. Head Coach Fabien Galthié will rely on key players like Antoine Dupont and Romain Ntamack, despite the absence of star winger Damian Penaud due to injury. Wales' head coach Warren Gatland faces pressure as his team's performance has been dismal, culminating in a last-place finish in the previous Six Nations. Historically, the opening match of the tournament has favored the away team, which adds an intriguing dynamic to the competition. Fans are eager to see if Wales can pull off an upset against a confident French side, making the match highly anticipated.