Six Nations 2025: Ireland v France the sort of game you live for – Mack Hansen
United Mack Hansen said Ireland was excited to welcome France to Dublin for Saturday’s highly anticipated Six Nations match (14:15 GMT).
The hosts were on the championship table with 14 points, ahead of the Frenchman and aimed at the historic third direct championship.
The two have built a sharp competition in recent seasons, finishing first and second in each of the first three six-nation campaigns, and Saturday’s encounter will make Ireland more emotional, an ultimate family test with retired centurions Peter O’Mahoney, Connor Murray and Sheen Healy.
“One to 23 players are world-class players. It’s a huge challenge and we’re excited about that,” Hansen said.
“These are games you fight for, being able to bring some guys to the last home game and stamp them in six countries.
“It’s really exciting and I think we’re ready to meet the challenges.”
26-year-old Connacht player, Who signed a new contract this week Until 2027, the squad knew it would be the last six countries before the announcement of Murray, Healy and Omani, who tried to form a “whole campaign” for the three.
“They are such a big part of the team. They talked about it before, and they brought a lot of experience on the field, but also deviated from the field. They brought so much Craic, laughter and good times.
“It’s more about making the entire campaign as special as possible for them.
“Obviously, yes, we’re going to try to win for them.”
