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France Women Cruise Past Argentina to Seal World Championship Quarterfinal Berth

Attention now turns to Monday's test against the host Netherlands for top spot in Group III.

Overview

  • France defeated Argentina 29-17 in Rotterdam, extending their unbeaten run through the main round.
  • The result confirms a place in Wednesday's quarterfinals, according to Sunday's reporting from Rotterdam.
  • Coach Sébastien Gardillou rotated his squad throughout, with France leading 14-8 at halftime and controlling the second half.
  • Pivot Sarah Bouktit finished as France's top scorer with five goals in the win.
  • Playmaker Grâce Zaadi remains unavailable due to injury as France prepares to face the Netherlands on Monday at 20:30 on BeIN Sports 3.