France will wear a special edition pale blue shirt for their Six Nations clash against England in Paris, marking 120 years of rugby rivalry between the nations. The change from their traditional darker blue has raised concerns about a possible kit clash, given England's white shirts. The unique design references France's original light blue jersey from their first 1906 fixture against England.

According to the French federation, the 1927 FFR logo on the shirt commemorates France's first victory over England, while the 'Tricolore' stripes pay homage to French rugby kits from the late 80s and 90s when adidas supplied the federation. Reports suggest England will stick with their traditional white despite the potential clash. France wore their white away shirt in last weekend's 50-40 defeat to Scotland in Edinburgh.

The Six Nations has become increasingly sensitive to kit clashes, having previously banned red and green shirts in the Wales v Ireland fixture due to concerns for color-blind spectators. Wales wore white in Dublin last weekend to ensure clear distinction from Ireland's green. For France, a bonus-point win over England would secure Les Bleus a record eighth Six Nations crown.