Ireland crowned Six Nations champions after France defeat England

Ireland have won the 2018 NatWest 6 Nations title.

Ireland defeated Scotland earlier on Saturday. Picture: AFP/Getty

Joe Schmidt’s side moved to the brink of glory by claiming a 28-8 bonus-point win over Scotland in Dublin earlier today.

England headed into their Paris clash against France knowing they needed to match Ireland’s result against Scotland to keep the championship alive, but went down 22-16 at the Stade de France.