France v Ireland predictions: ‘There’s no doubt Sexton’s absence tips the balance’

Sexton's absence tips the balance in France v Ireland game. Both teams looked rusty last weekend. France have home advantage and a heavy pack. Ireland had a more impressive win last time.

Johnny Sexton is injured for France v Ireland. Vincent Hogans believes the absence of Johnny Sexton tips the balance.

Sexton is injured. Ireland's captain is missing. David Kelly believes Sexton's absence tips the balance.

Sexton's absence tips the balance in France v Ireland. Wales were impressive but Ireland will edge it.

Ireland have won their last seven matches at the Aviva Stadium. The travelling venue has been a graveyard for them in the past.

Johnny Sexton is injured. Ireland need to play with Joey Carbery. France have a lethal combination of the power game and attack.

Sexton's absence is significant for Ireland. Namibia predicts England will beat Scotland.

Joey Carbery and Cian Tracy are hoping to get off to a good start. Sexton is injured and France have their own version of the 'bomb squad' to roll off the bench.