FRANCE are looking to get their Six Nations off to a good start when they face Italy.

Anything less than a bonus point win will do as they host the competition’s whipping boys, who haven’t won a game since 2015.

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Like Wales and England, the French will be without their Six Nations captain as Charles Ollivon has been ruled out with a knee injury.

But the Blues will have every reason to feel confident heading into the tournament, having won all of their Autumn Internationals, including a 40-25 hammering of New Zealand.

Italy are under new management with former All Blacks full-back Kieran Crowley now in charge.

The Azzurri put up a valiant effort against New Zealand in their first game in charge of the Autumn Open, only to be beaten 47-9.

They were also comfortably beaten 37-16 by Argentina but managed a narrow 17-10 win over Uruguay.

What time does France vs Italy start?

• France take on Italy TODAY – Sunday February 6.
• The match kicks off at 3:00 p.m. UK time – 4:00 p.m. in France and Italy.
• It happens at the Stade de France.
• When the teams met last year, France ran out 50-10 winners in Rome.

What TV channel is France v Italy airing on and can I stream it live?

• France vs Italy is live on ITV.
• Coverage begins at 2:30 p.m. – half an hour before kick-off.
• To stream the game live, head to the ITV hub.

Can I watch France vs Italy for free?

• Yes. ITV is free to all UK viewers with a TV license.
• Get your TV license here.

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Latest odds

France 1/80

Draw 100/1

Italy 30/1

*Betfair odds correct as of Thursday 3rd February