THE Six Nations returns today as rugby union teams from across the northern hemisphere battle it out once again to be crowned champions.
As always, the baton will likely fall to France, England or Ireland, but don’t rule out Scotland, who have hinted at a possible challenge in recent years. For Wales it will be a case of avoiding the wooden spoon, but that won’t be easy with a resurgent Italy sure to give each team a tough game.
Matches are streamed live for free around the world, but how exactly can you listen to the Six Nations on the go? Well, fear not, BBC Radio 5 Live has commentary on every match across its multiple channels, including tonight’s France v Ireland game.
Six Nations Round 1 – Listening Details
How to listen to Six Nations on BBC Radio 5 Live
To access BBC Radio 5 Live’s Six Nations coverage you have several options, including BBC Sounds, the BBC Sport website and the BBC Sport app (iOS/Android) are also available.
The programming will be broadcast on Radio 5 Live and Radio 5 Live Sports Extra.
To listen you’ll need a BBC account – sign up here.
And if you miss any of the action, you can listen to the weekly Rugby Union podcast, where they discuss every game every weekend in depth.
Can I access Six Nations coverage on BBC Sounds from abroad or on holiday?
Yes. UK residents wanting to listen to Six Nations while traveling abroad can still access the BBC Sounds app via a VPN. We recommend NordVPN, which is offering 70% off and an extra 3 months free right now…
How to unblock BBC Sounds with a VPN
If you’re currently outside the UK and unable to use BBC Sounds, you can still access the app through the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network).
The software allows your devices to appear as if they are back in your home country, no matter where you are in the world. Ideal for listeners traveling to work or on vacation who want a taste of home.
NordVPN is our favorite:
BBC Sounds Troubleshooting Tips
If you always You can’t access BBC Sounds even with the help of a VPN, you can try a few other things.
Make sure your BBC account is linked to a valid UK postcode, such as SE1 7PB.
The BBC Sounds app (iOS/Android) will not appear in the Play Store or App Store outside the UK, but you may be able to work around this by changing your phone’s region in the settings menu.
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