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An account already exists for this email address, please log in. Subscribe to our newsletterThe Six Nations returns today as rugby union’s northern hemisphere sides fight it out once again to be crowned champions.
As ever, the baton will likely fall to one of France, England or Ireland, but don’t discount Scotland, who have hinted at a possible challenge in recent years. For Wales, it will be about avoiding the wooden spoon, but that won’t come easy with a resurgent Italy sure to give every team a difficult game.
Matches are being live streamed free across the globe, but how exactly can you listen to the Six Nations while on the go? Well, fear not — BBC Radio 5 Live is providing commentary for every game across its multiple channels, including tonight’s France v Ireland match.
Six Nations Round 1 - Listening Details
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Match
Kick-off (GMT)
Coverage
Thursday 5 February
France v Ireland
8:10pm
BBC Radio 5 Live
Saturday 7 February
Italy v Scotland
2:10pm
BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra
Saturday 7 February
England v Wales
4:40pm
BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra (first half) BBC Radio 5 Live (second half)
How to listen to Six Nations on BBC Radio 5 Live
To access BBC Radio 5 Live's Six Nations coverage you have multiple options including BBC Sounds, the BBC Sport website, and the BBC Sport app (iOS/Android) are also available.
Programming will go out on Radio 5 Live and Radio 5 Live Sports Extra.
To listen, you will need a BBC account — register here.
And if you miss any of the action, you will be able to listen to the Rugby Union Weekly Podcast, where they will discuss each match from every weekend in depth.
Can I access Six Nations coverage on BBC Sounds from abroad or on holiday?
Yes. UK residents looking to listen to the Six Nations traveling abroad can still access the BBC Sounds app via a VPN. We recommend NordVPN, which comes with 70% off and 3 months extra free right now...
How to unblock BBC Sounds with a VPN
If you're outside the UK at the moment and blocked from using BBC Sounds, you can still access the app thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network).
The software allows your devices to appear as if they're back in your home country regardless of where in the world you are. So ideal for listeners away for work or on vacation wanting a taste of home.
NordVPN is our favorite:
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BBC Sounds Troubleshooting Tips
If you still can't access BBC Sounds, even with the aid of a VPN, there are a few more things you can try.
Make sure your BBC account is associated with a valid UK post code, such as SE1 7PB.
The BBC Sounds app (iOS / Android) won't appear in the Play Store or the App Store outside the UK, but you may be able to get around that by changing your phone's region in the settings menu.
The BBC, like most broadcasters and networks, is engaged in a neverending cat-and-mouse battle with VPN providers.
Although we've ranked the best iPlayer VPNs, something we've worked out through thorough testing, if one of them works today there's no guarantee the same will be true tomorrow, in which case you can raise the issue with your VPN provider's customer support team, and ask them to recommend the best server to connect to.
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Jacob JonesJacob is a journalist and editor based in the UK. He studied Specialist Sports Journalism at the University of Derby, graduating with First-Class Honours. He has contributed articles to Football League World and previously worked at Yeovil Town Football Club. Jacob’s expertise spans streaming services and sports, with a particular passion for football, cricket, and rugby union.
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