Both teams enter the final round with everything to play for. While France currently leads the table on points difference, a victory for either side in Dublin could secure the trophy depending on the result of "Le Crunch" later that evening.

The Triple Crown: Since both nations have already defeated England and Wales, the winner of this match will officially claim the 2026 Triple Crown.

The Title Race: Scotland (16 pts) and Ireland (14 pts) are chasing France (16 pts). Scotland needs a win and a French slip-up to claim their first title in the Six Nations era.

Team News & Tactics
Ireland: Andy Farrell has named a formidable side led by captain Caelan Doris. The Irish will look to their clinical set-piece and the creative spark of Jack Crowley to dismantle the Scottish defense. Keep an eye on the back three of Osborne, Baloucoune, and O'Brien, who have been electric throughout the tournament.

Scotland: Gregor Townsend’s men are riding high after a historic 50-40 win over France. Darcy Graham arrives in Dublin as Scotland's all-time leading try-scorer, while Finn Russell continues to pull the strings at fly-half. Veteran lock Grant Gilchrist is set to earn his 88th cap, breaking the record for most appearances by a Scottish second row.

Ireland hasn't lost to Scotland in Dublin since 2010, but this Scottish side is playing with a "nothing to lose" flair that makes them incredibly dangerous. If Ireland can control the tempo and limit Russell’s options, they should prevail—but expect a high-scoring, bruising encounter.