Round Four of the 2022 Six Nations begins in Cardiff as Wales host championship favourites France at the Principality Stadium.
Wales host France at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff
France will be hoping to keep their Grand Slam hopes alive ahead of a final round meeting with England in Paris.
Fabien Galthie’s side were outstanding at times against Scotland before the fallow week, while Wales will be hoping to bounce back form a narrow defeat to England.
There was plenty to encourage Wayne Pivac in how his side rallied at Twickenham but France will provide a significant challenge under the Friday night lights.
Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the game:
When is Wales vs France?
The match will kick-off at 8pm GMT on Friday 11 March at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff.
How can I watch it?
It will be shown live on BBC One with coverage starting from 7.30pm. It will also be available to stream live and for free on the BBC iPlayer and BBC Sport website
Team News
Wales were boosted by the return to fitness of Josh Navidi during the fallow week, and the explosive, versatile back-rower steps straight into the starting side. He is opposite Seb Davies, the lock-cum-flanker having been handed the number six shirt as Wayne Pivac again looks at a different combination and balance in his back-row.
Gareth Thomas is set for just a second start in international rugby as Wyn Jones is demoted to a bench role, while Jonathan Davies adds plenty of experience and defensive steel to the midfield with Nick Tompkins unavailable after a concussion. Josh Adams and Tomas Francis have, however, been cleared to play after their own head knocks.
France have suffered some late Covid disruption to their side, with wing Damian Penaud and
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