ITV cancels Emmerdale and Coronation Street for Six Nations rugby

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Emmerdale and Coronation Street were canceled on Friday, March 6, 2026, due to Six Nations rugby coverage. The popular ITV soaps were removed from their usual "soap power hour" slot to accommodate the live sporting event. This marks the third consecutive month of schedule changes for the soaps. Fans have expressed frustration with the frequent disruptions, with some noting that the soaps are a vital part of their routine. The soaps are scheduled to return to their normal programming on Monday.


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