France lean on Top 14 finalists with Jalibert at fullback
France reveal a reshuffled lineup for Australia in Brisbane with Jalibert doubtful and two potential debuts in the matchday squad.
Willy Billiard
09 Jul 2026, 0:12
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Henry Lee
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World Rankings record equalled as Scotland overtake oldest rival
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The verdict on Ruben Love from Rennie and Savea after first No.10 start
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Ben Smith
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'Weird to see': Quade Cooper breaks down Jalibert and France's tactics that stunned All Blacks early
France's fast start seemed to find the flaw in New Zealand's defensive system all too easily, with Penaud running into a wide open…
Ben Smith
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Peter Lakai on All Blacks' 'soft' defensive moments against France
Rennie's men adjusted to the yellow card, and managed the next ten minutes efficiently to only trail by two points when Love retur…
Henry Lee
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All Blacks captain praises surprise leader who 'took control' in France thriller
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Dave Rennie pinpoints 'outrageous' All Blacks stat in France win
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