Brain not brawn: the renaissance of Top 14 coaches
The traditional image of a hot-headed, combustible French coach has been replaced by a more reflective, intellectual coach that ha…
The traditional image of a hot-headed, combustible French coach has been replaced by a more reflective, intellectual coach that ha…
French rugby's second division dwarfs the Championship in England both in terms of revenue and crowd numbers but there are still c…
Philippe Saint-Andre was left battered and bruised from his experiences with Les Bleus but he has proved doubters wrong by guiding…
French political infighting brought the game to its knees but after a period of stability, results have seen the public fall back …
The Racing 92 midfielder is the glue that knits a backline of superstars together and at 27, his best years lie ahead of him
Sport and politics do mix, and sometimes decide elections, which is why Emmanuel Macron is praying for French success in the Six N…
New laws state that professional rugby players in France are no longer free to play if they haven't been triple vaccinated
The little-known players toiling in the shadows of giants.
The name and the accent are Irish but the heart of rising Toulouse star Josh Brennan belongs to France
When French secret service agents sunk Greenpeace’s Rainbow Warrior in Auckland Harbour in 1985, they fuelled a long rivalry wit…
Antoine Dupont is already the greatest player in French rugby history. Can he keep his focus as the spotlight intensifies?
It’s not fair to France that referees speak only English but will World Rugby translate that into action?
Montpellier owner Mohed Altrad has overcome a traumatic upbringing to become rugby's biggest powerbroker
The dynasty built by Mourad Boudjellal has crumbled since he opted out and it is a shadow of its former self
France lost a tight series Down Under but there were enough longer-term positives to please coach Fabien Galthié
A callow French squad prepare to embark on their grinding voyage to Australia
After a decade of decline, Toulouse are on the brink of a new era of European domination.
Nick Abendanon is a shining example of how overseas players should adapt to life in France
Little-known coach Didier Retière has led the revival in France's fortunes
For all France's development, they will not win the next World Cup without a top-class goal-kicker.
After a decade of turmoil, things are finally looking up for Les Bleus.
Bernard Le Roux has been given a new lease of life by France's youngsters
Les Bleus are looking to Pacific territories for talent, but will it bring heartbreak for young players in France?
A rash of Top 14 red cards, has seen many French commentators call for more flair and less flare
Gabriel Ibitoye left Harlequins for a new challenge and he's making headlines at Agen
Bernard Laporte's arrest has led to claim and counterclaim to further muddy French political waters
A leap of faith has seen Cheslin Kolbe’s renaissance as a World Cup winner