Ireland deal with the restart and Sexton hoists a huge up and under which Earls regains. He then prods a grubber kick through which bounces to touch inside the French half

No arm hit on Kearney?

Penalty Ireland as France stray offside

Ireland get clean ball off the top of the lineout thanks to James Ryan and immediately look to move it wide

Murray returns with a kick of his own deep downfield. france work the ball to Camara who is forced into touch

Jalibert kicks off and the game is underway

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Hello and welcome to Ultimate Rugby's live coverage of this afternoon's Six Nations clash at The Stade de France. Ireland travel here in excellent form, with provincial rugby firing on all cylinders and will be looking to transfer that club form into a quality international performance today. France have fielded a mix of youth and experience and new coach Jacques Brunel will be looking to start his career as French manager on a positive note. Stay tuned for live commentary and score updates ahead of this thrilling clash!