France vs England live stream: How to watch the Six Nations 2022 fixture online and on TV today

Courtney Lawes will captain England

England Rugby will travel to Paris to face France Rugby on Saturday and while talk has been focused on if the hosts can win the 2022 Six Nations and the grand slam, the visitors have managed to grab a few headlines themselves.

It’s Eddie Jones’ team selected which has got people talking as he has brought George Furbank in at full-back and moved the usual 15, Freddie Steward, to the wing.

Many are perplexed as to why the coach has moved Steward out of position, especially when he has talented wingers like Max Malins and Adam Radwan to call upon.

Jones said: “Because of the way that France play, we think he’s the best full-back and Freddie’s the best winger for us. For this game. It’s a one-off selection.

“It’s funny how the cycle goes. In two years, George has gone from being a debutant to now playing the biggest game of his career up to this stage – and he’s well-equipped to handle it.”

Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the game:

When is France vs England?

The fixture will kick-off at 8pm on Saturday, 19 March at the Stade de France.

How can I watch France vs England?

The game will be live on ITV and fans can also stream the match on the ITV Hub.

What is the team news?

France have made one change to their starting team who defeated Wales and it sees star winger Damian Penaud return after isolating with Covid.

Meanwhile England have five new faces in the starting pack with one being a forced change as Charlie Ewels is banned following his red card against Ireland. Nick Isiekwe comes back into the team in place of Ewels and Will Stuart gets the nod over Kyle Sinckler, who suffered a concussion last week.

Sam Underhill comes in for the injured Tom Curry and in the backs George