Ireland crowned Six Nations champions after France defeat England

By The Newsroom

Published 10th Mar 2018, 17:41 GMT

Updated 10th Mar 2018, 19:38 GMT

Ireland have won the 2018 NatWest 6 Nations title.

Joe Schmidt’s side moved to the brink of glory by claiming a 28-8 bonus-point win over Scotland in Dublin earlier today.

Ireland defeated Scotland earlier on Saturday. Picture: AFP/Getty

placeholder image — Ireland defeated Scotland earlier on Saturday. Picture: AFP/Getty

England headed into their Paris clash against France knowing they needed to match Ireland’s result against Scotland to keep the championship alive, but went down 22-16 at the Stade de France.

Ireland crowned Six Nations champions after France defeat England

Ireland have won the 2018 NatWest 6 Nations title.

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