Eddie Jones has told his England players that he wants them to take Italy "to the cleaners".
Can the Azzurri turn it into something a lot messier for England?
We find out from 15:00 GMT.
See you there.
Ireland lead the way (for now)
Ireland 19-9 France
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Here's what that Ireland win means in the grand scheme of things: they go top.
One, however, would suspect not for long. England will move back above Ireland and Scotland with a win against Italy at Twickenham tomorrow. Anyone not backing a home win?
Joe Schmidt's side capitalised on the errors and indiscipline of their opponents. It was not the most stylish win - Garry Ringrose's occasional bursts aside - but the big W is all that matters.
'A win and nothing else would do'
FT: Ireland 19-9 France
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Conor Murray speaking on ITV:
"We had a few chances on our line and didn't manage to convert, but with the way the weather was it was always going to be difficult.
"It's a win on the cards and we're still in the hunt for this Championship. 70 minutes for Sexton will put him in good stead for games against the Welsh and English.
"A win against the French is always a good one. A win and nothing else would do."
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Ireland 19-9 France
Job done for the Irish. And here's how they dominated the battle in snazzy graphical form...
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The Irish handled almost two-thirds of the ball, enabling them to play nearly 75% of the match in the French half.
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Ireland 19-9 France
Reggie Corrigan
Former Ireland prop on BBC Radio 5 live sports extra
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The question before was could Johnny Sexton come into the side and perform.
Ireland were very reliant on him and he delivered. But later on, the big plus was Paddy Jackson coming on and seeing the game out.
For me, Sexton needs to lead the way for the British & Irish Lions in New Zealand later this year.
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Ireland 19-9 France
Tony Ward
Former Ireland and Lions fly-half on BBC Radio 5 live sports extra
I think it was a deserved win for Ireland. A workman-like performance.
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Full-time
Ireland 19-9 France
Last year, Ireland came off second-best in a grind-fest at the Stade de France.
This was not a lot prettier, but they got the job done and keep the wagon rolling towards a final-day showdown with England.
Before that there is a trip to Wales in a fortnight's time.
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Ireland 19-9 France
Tony Ward
Former Ireland and Lions fly-half on BBC Radio 5 live sports extra
That was a really clever kick by Zebo which forced France to get the ball into touch.
The game is won, but can Ireland claim another try?
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Ireland 19-9 France
Ireland are pulling the legs off this France side.
Simon Zebo prods a kick into the France 22m. Remi Lamerat has to dribble it into touch.
"Last play," says referee Nigel Owens as the clock goes red.
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Ireland 19-9 France
Here's why Johnny Sexton is so important to Ireland. Not only has the returning fly-half booted 11 points for the home side, but he has also made more metres than any other player on the pitch. And he's been off it for about 10 minutes...
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Ireland 19-9 France
Darren Cave
Ulster and Ireland centre on BBC Radio 5 live sports extra
Paddy Jackson knows that Joe Schmidt trusts him, so the decision to take off Johnny Sexton - who we know is carrying a few knocks - is a good one.
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Ireland 19-9 France
Robbie Henshaw with a raking kick downfield forces Remi Lamerat onto the back foot.
Lamerat returns fire, but Ireland are inching upfield with percentage rugby.
Another green penalty, just inside the France half.
Paddy Jackson takes his time as he punts into the France 22m.
Off comes Conor Murray - named man of the match as he goes - and on comes Kieran Marmion.
Penalty - Ireland 19-9 France
Paddy Jackson
That is surely that.
Paddy Jackson flips over the kick to deliver a gut-punch to France's hopes.
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Ireland 16-9 France
Penalty Ireland!
France fail to roll away and Paddy Jackson, on in place of Johnny Sexton, has a simple kick to prod Ireland over the horizon and out of sight...
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Ireland 16-9 France
A good deep kick-off, combined with a whole hearted chase pin France and Louis Picamoles down in their own corner.
Camille Lopez boots clear, but only to his own 22m.
Ireland line-out.
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Penalty - Ireland 16-9 France
Camille Lopez
Seven points difference, seven minutes left.
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Ireland 16-6 France
Devin Toner gives away the penalty with a blatant off-the-ball shoulder charge on Julien Ledevedec.
France's Camille Lopez is lining up the shot at goal...
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Ireland 16-6 France
France with possession on the Ireland 22m.
Can they pick the lock? They need a bit of razzle-dazzle from Gael Fickou or Noar Nakaitaci.
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England v Italy (Sun, 15:00 GMT)
That is tomorrow's business then.
Eddie Jones has told his England players that he wants them to take Italy "to the cleaners".
Can the Azzurri turn it into something a lot messier for England?
We find out from 15:00 GMT.
See you there.
Ireland lead the way (for now)
Ireland 19-9 France
Here's what that Ireland win means in the grand scheme of things: they go top.
One, however, would suspect not for long. England will move back above Ireland and Scotland with a win against Italy at Twickenham tomorrow. Anyone not backing a home win?
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Scotland 29-13 Wales
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Ireland 19-9 France
Richard Petrie - BBC Sport's man in the Aviva Stadium - has filed his report on Ireland's win.
Joe Schmidt's side capitalised on the errors and indiscipline of their opponents. It was not the most stylish win - Garry Ringrose's occasional bursts aside - but the big W is all that matters.
'A win and nothing else would do'
FT: Ireland 19-9 France
Conor Murray speaking on ITV:
"We had a few chances on our line and didn't manage to convert, but with the way the weather was it was always going to be difficult.
"It's a win on the cards and we're still in the hunt for this Championship. 70 minutes for Sexton will put him in good stead for games against the Welsh and English.
"A win against the French is always a good one. A win and nothing else would do."
Post update
Ireland 19-9 France
Job done for the Irish. And here's how they dominated the battle in snazzy graphical form...
The Irish handled almost two-thirds of the ball, enabling them to play nearly 75% of the match in the French half.
Post update
Ireland 19-9 France
Reggie Corrigan
Former Ireland prop on BBC Radio 5 live sports extra
The question before was could Johnny Sexton come into the side and perform.
Ireland were very reliant on him and he delivered. But later on, the big plus was Paddy Jackson coming on and seeing the game out.
For me, Sexton needs to lead the way for the British & Irish Lions in New Zealand later this year.
Post update
Ireland 19-9 France
Tony Ward
Former Ireland and Lions fly-half on BBC Radio 5 live sports extra
I think it was a deserved win for Ireland. A workman-like performance.
Full-time
Ireland 19-9 France
Last year, Ireland came off second-best in a grind-fest at the Stade de France.
This was not a lot prettier, but they got the job done and keep the wagon rolling towards a final-day showdown with England.
Before that there is a trip to Wales in a fortnight's time.
Post update
Ireland 19-9 France
Tony Ward
Former Ireland and Lions fly-half on BBC Radio 5 live sports extra
That was a really clever kick by Zebo which forced France to get the ball into touch.
The game is won, but can Ireland claim another try?
Post update
Ireland 19-9 France
Ireland are pulling the legs off this France side.
Simon Zebo prods a kick into the France 22m. Remi Lamerat has to dribble it into touch.
"Last play," says referee Nigel Owens as the clock goes red.
Post update
Ireland 19-9 France
Here's why Johnny Sexton is so important to Ireland. Not only has the returning fly-half booted 11 points for the home side, but he has also made more metres than any other player on the pitch. And he's been off it for about 10 minutes...
Post update
Ireland 19-9 France
Darren Cave
Ulster and Ireland centre on BBC Radio 5 live sports extra
Paddy Jackson knows that Joe Schmidt trusts him, so the decision to take off Johnny Sexton - who we know is carrying a few knocks - is a good one.
Post update
Ireland 19-9 France
Robbie Henshaw with a raking kick downfield forces Remi Lamerat onto the back foot.
Lamerat returns fire, but Ireland are inching upfield with percentage rugby.
Another green penalty, just inside the France half.
Paddy Jackson takes his time as he punts into the France 22m.
Off comes Conor Murray - named man of the match as he goes - and on comes Kieran Marmion.
Penalty - Ireland 19-9 France
Paddy Jackson
That is surely that.
Paddy Jackson flips over the kick to deliver a gut-punch to France's hopes.
Post update
Ireland 16-9 France
Penalty Ireland!
France fail to roll away and Paddy Jackson, on in place of Johnny Sexton, has a simple kick to prod Ireland over the horizon and out of sight...
Post update
Ireland 16-9 France
A good deep kick-off, combined with a whole hearted chase pin France and Louis Picamoles down in their own corner.
Camille Lopez boots clear, but only to his own 22m.
Ireland line-out.
Penalty - Ireland 16-9 France
Camille Lopez
Seven points difference, seven minutes left.
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Ireland 16-6 France
Devin Toner gives away the penalty with a blatant off-the-ball shoulder charge on Julien Ledevedec.
France's Camille Lopez is lining up the shot at goal...
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Ireland 16-6 France
France with possession on the Ireland 22m.
Can they pick the lock? They need a bit of razzle-dazzle from Gael Fickou or Noar Nakaitaci.