After France’s 30-29 victory over New Zealand, find out what our rugby specialists had to say.
What a fight! Les Bleus finally New Zealand (30-29) at the Stade de France on Saturday. With courage and heart. They suffered in the first half before bringing the Saint-Denis stadium to its feet in a thrilling finale, a week later. their victory over Japan (52-12). Notes.
Gros (7): A solid game from the RC Toulon left-hander. Won his duel in the scrum (7e), allowing Ramos to open the scoring. Makes a big offensive tackle (39e), 10 tackles in all, zero missed. Replaced by Wardi (48e).
Mauvaka (7.5): Once again, the Les Bleus hooker spared no effort and worked hard in all four corners of the field. Very active, whether on the ball or in the fight against the All Blacks. Lost his nerve on a French penalty early in the match. Not serious. A valuable fighter. Replaced by Merchant (48e).
Dove (5.5): Replaces 10e minute Tatafu, who had committed an in-avant during the…
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