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France vs Ireland 05/02/26 Best Tickets (Updated Daily)
Written by Aviran Zazon | Last updated on February 5, 2026
France vs Ireland at Stade de France takes place on Thursday 5 February 2026. Kick-off is 20:10 in the United Kingdom and 21:10 in France. It is a three-tier bowl with a roof over the stands, and the steep rake means even higher seats can still feel clear.
Most price gaps make sense once you picture two things. The long sides along the touchlines give the easiest read of the match. Height then decides how much of the pitch you can scan at once. Corners add energy and a good diagonal view. Behind the posts leans into try-line moments and goal kicks.
| Seat area | What you get more of | What you get less of |
|---|---|---|
| Longside | Full match read. Shape. Kicking. Lineouts. Defensive spacing. | Less of the end-zone surge when a try comes right at you. |
| Corners | Balance. Atmosphere plus a view that still stays logical. | Far touchline detail can feel smaller. |
| Behind the posts | Try-line tension. Conversion kicks. Big crowd reactions. | Less side-on depth for wide play. |
1. Corners - Starting From $170.57
This generally points to corner seating without specifying tier. Corners at Stade de France are a reliable compromise for rugby. You get a diagonal angle that still shows phase patterns. You also get more of the crowd lift when a break happens near you.
Price usually sits between longside and behind-the-posts areas because the corner angle keeps the match readable without carrying the full premium of a central touchline seat.
Things to know
- Middle tier corners are often the best all-round version when the tier is known.
- Lower tier corners feel closer. Upper tier corners feel more panoramic.
If you want the most dependable view, focus on longside seats and lean towards central placement, especially in the middle tier. If you want the best balance of atmosphere and readability, corners in the middle tier are often the sweet spot. If you want the stadium to feel loud and emotional around you, behind the posts delivers that in full. When you are ready, compare the available seats on Ticket-Compare.com and choose the position that matches how you like to watch rugby.
