Former Scotland back-row Johnnie Beattie talks to Mathieu Bastareaud about France's failed start to the tournament.
France should win their first Six Nations match in England since 2005 – if they can overcome the fear factor
For all France's development, they will not win the next World Cup without a top-class goal-kicker.
The strangest thing is that the decade actually started with a lot of promise for France under Marc Lièvremont, with a Grand Slam in 2010.
Scotland can expect an Ireland backlash at Murrayfield, while England and Wales head into round two on a high after making winning starts.
Ireland are on a record run of 12 consecutive home wins as they prepare to host England on the opening weekend of the Six Nations.
Vern Cotter's Scotland are bidding to back up their victory over Ireland with a long-awaited win away to an improving France.
Dimitri Yachvili feels there are many positive signs for France after their defeat to England. Now we are waiting for the win, he added.
Dimitri Yachvili has no doubt Baptiste Serin can be a star at scrum-half for France for years to come.
England are strong favourites to extend their winning run to a record 15 Tests when they do battle with France at Twickenham.