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France vs. England Today in Rugby World Cup Semi-Final at Ashton Gate

England enter on a 31-match winning streak, with France depleted and still seeking a first-ever place in the final.

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Célébrée par ses partenaires, la Canadienne Alex Tessier inscrit le 5e essai de son équipe face aux Néo-Zélandaises.
Les soeurs Ménager sous le maillot bleu.
Pauline Bourdon Sansus.

Overview

  • Kickoff is at 16:30 BST in Bristol, with live coverage on TF1 and streaming on TF1+.
  • France are without co-captain Manae Feleu and flanker Axelle Berthoumieu through suspension, fly-half Lina Queyroi with a concussion, and winger Joanna Grisez after a late withdrawal.
  • England are heavy favourites after a record winning run and 16 straight victories over France since 2018, built on a dominant pack and maul.
  • Canada defeated New Zealand 34–19 to reach the final and will face the winner of France–England.
  • France point to defensive grit and discipline as their path, citing a 35-phase goal-line stand and comeback to beat Ireland 18–13 in the quarter-final.