2026 Women's Six Nations Championship: Fixtures, Results, and Schedule

The 2026 Women's Six Nations is set to kick off, with England seeking to retain their title against fierce competitors France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland, and Wales. Women's Six Nations Standings For an enhanced viewing experience, please use the Chrome browser. As the reigning champions, England are aiming for their eighth consecutive title and fifth straight Grand Slam. However, John Mitchell's team has undergone significant changes, including the appointment of a new captain, Megan Jones, who replaces the pregnant Zoe Stratford. Last year, England narrowly edged out France 43-42 in a thrilling finale to claim the championship. The two European rugby powerhouses are scheduled to meet again on the final matchday, May 17. A Grand Slam is achieved when a team emerges victorious against all opponents in a single campaign, a feat that has occurred 25 times in the history of the Home/Five/Six Nations tournament. The Triple Crown is awarded to a team that defeats the other three teams in the same tournament, with England having achieved this 24 times. The Wooden Spoon is a dubious honor bestowed upon the team that finishes last in the standings, a fate that has befallen Wales in the previous two Women's Six Nations tournaments.