Who Will Win?
On Saturday 16th March, France host England at Parc OL in the final round of the 2024 Six Nations Championship.
France will enter this clash as the favourites. They’ve had the edge over England in recent years and, even without their talismanic captain Antoine Dupont, they’ll likely have too much for Steve Borthwick’s men.
However, an England victory here wouldn’t be an outright shock. After all, England recovered from a poor start to 2023 and eventually finished third at the Rugby World Cup after claiming victory in the Bronze Final.
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Head-to-Head
Recent battles between France and England have been close. Across the last five France vs England games, Les Bleus have claimed three victories while England have claimed two. During this time period, France have averaged 28 points per match, while England have averaged 17.
History tells us that home advantage could be important here, too. After all, the home team has won 80% of the last five encounters between these two sides.
Team Form
France are coming into the 2024 Six Nations with a point to prove. They lost their Six Nations title to Ireland last year and then followed this up with a disappointing home Rugby World Cup, where they were eliminated by South Africa at the quarter-final stage. As a result, this competition is the perfect time for Fabien Galthié’s men to prove they’re still the best side in the northern hemisphere.
Meanwhile, England are in transition. Since Steve Borthwick took the head coach’s job, he’s revitalised the team and he led them to a third-place finish at the Rugby World Cup. For him and his talented England side, this competition is the perfect opportunity to silence the critics who remain unconvinced by his kicking-heavy gameplan.
Below our team form guide, you can see in-depth stats about how the two sides have performed in their last five games, including stats about the number of tries they’ve scored, their overall points difference and the number of times they’ve scored the first try. We’ve also detailed how often each team has scored the first points in a game and how often they’ve won the race to 10 points.
Player Head-to-Head
France vs England matches can be cagey affairs. Occasionally there’s very little to separate these two sides, meaning head coaches are searching for one moment of magic.
With this in mind, here’s how Thomas Ramos and Owen Farrell have performed in recent meetings between the two teams. Could either one of these players win the game for their country?
Other Fixtures
England vs France clashes are often the highlight of the Six Nations Championship. However, although this game is undoubtedly important, it also takes place during a weekend that is packed with action.
So, take a look at all the latest fixtures and results at both club and international level. This way, you can plan your weekend!
Live Updates
Thomas Ramos kicks the penalty.
George Ford has kicked a conversion.
A series of passes by England results in a try for Tommy Freeman
The France supporters go wild as Thomas Ramos successfully kicks the conversion.
Great hands by France leads to a try for Gael Fickou
The touch judges raise their flags as Thomas Ramos kicks the conversion.
A penetrating move by France results in a try for Leo Barre.
George Ford adds the two points for England.
Slick passing by England leads to a try for Marcus Smith.
George Ford adds the two points for England.
The pick and go results in a try for England as Ollie Lawrence goes over.
George Ford adds the two points for England.
Incisive passing by England is finished off by Ollie Lawrence, as they goes over for the try.
Thomas Ramos has kicked a penalty goal.
The France supporters go wild as Thomas Ramos successfully kicks the penalty goal.
Thomas Ramos makes no mistake with that conversion attempt.
A wonderful passing move by France is finished off by Nolann Le Garrec
Thomas Ramos does the business as their penalty goal attempt goes over.
George Ford makes no mistake with that penalty goal attempt.