Thousands of French rugby supporters are expected to pass through Dublin Airport this weekend.

Around 6,000 French fans are in Ireland for the Six Nations matches this weekend.

Ireland will take on France in their second Six Nations match at The Aviva this evening.

Ireland and France meet at The Aviva in Dublin this evening in the second round of matches.

Kick-off is at 5pm.

Both got off to winning starts. But Ireland captain Paul O'Connell is wary of the back division of the French team.