Updated: 2024We are now two games into the 2020 Six Nations and it has so far proven to be a tight affair. However, as we head into the third game which signals the halfway mark, this is where the competition really heats up.
Let’s take a look at what this weekend has in store.
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France v Wales
About France
After defeating England in their opening game and following that up with a win against Italy– albeit by a lesser margin then they would have hoped- they are in a good position going into a tough game against Wales. A win here would put all the pressure of Ireland who they are currently joint at the top of the table with, but anything else would give them the chance to capitalise by winning in their match. They will also be conscious that Ireland has an undemanding match against Italy next while they will be up against the trickier, Scotland. As such, losing here would cost them dearly.
About Wales
For Wales, they will need to not lose here to keep their hopes alive of taking home a second consecutive Six Nations trophy. Their loss against Ireland put them on the backfoot and now they have a tricky game in this match-up which is then directly followed with one England – who they are currently level with. As such, they need a win here too as a loss would mean their journey will effectively be over and gift France or Ireland the trophy.
At the bookmakers, it is tight but Wales has the edge with 4/9 odds offered by most bookmakers, including Bet365 and William Hill, with most bookmakers, including these same bookers, offering 9/5 on France.
