France’s chance of avoiding a postponement of their Guinness Six Nations clash with Scotland on Sunday have improved after the latest round of coronavirus testing returned no further positives. An outbreak amongst the tournament favourites’ squad has produced 10 Covid-19 cases, including star scrum-half and 2020 player of the Championship Antoine Dupont and captain Charles Ollivon. France top the table after two rounds following a comprehensive win over Italy and a narrow victory against Ireland, both away from home. Nine of the 23-man squad that sent Ireland spinning to a 15-13 defeat have tested positive. In addition to the positive tests produced by players, head coach Fabien Galthie is one of several members of France’s management team to be self-isolating.

Source: The Irish Times February 23, 2021 10:43 UTC