Scotland boss Gregor Townsend has not ruled out using the controversial 7-1 substitute tactic in a bold plan to ruin France’s Six Nations party on Super Saturday. France can win this year’s tournament with a win in Paris this coming weekend.

There are just three fixtures of the 2025 Six Nations remaining and the title race has taken shape with three teams still harbouring ambitions of lifting the trophy on 15 March. France’s emphatic win over Ireland establishes Fabien Galthie’s side as favourites for the title,

France's brilliant 42-27 win over Ireland in Dublin on Saturday means the 2025 Six Nations title is now Les Bleus' to lose.