Mathieu Jalibert gets chance to assert himself as France start Six Nations assault | Michael Aylwin
5 years ago by The GuardianInjury ruined the fly-half’s debut in 2018 but injuries elsewhere have now offered him an opportunity to impress against ItalyPeople have been getting very excited about France lately, and particularly...
Six Nations predictions: France could end drought in year of uncertainty
5 years ago by The GuardianAbsence of fans and players in lockdown mean this year’s tournament is a tough one to call – expect the unexpectedRobert Kitson France. They have the best scrum-half and, potentially, the strongest...
Italy vs France: Six Nations talking points
5 years ago by Sky Sports RugbyItaly and France get the 2021 Six Nations underway in Rome on Saturday at 2.15pm UK time, with the visitors among the favourites to lift this year's title.
Six Nations Quiz
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland start their quest to retain the Six Nations title against Scotland on Saturday just over three months after they were crowned champions. The Red Rose dethroned Wales at the end of...
England favourites, resurgent France hungry for elusive title
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyScotland produced an astonishing fightback in their last trip to Twickenham and are eyeing another shock against England this weekend. England start their quest to retain the Six Nations...
Six Nations 2021 in focus: France
5 years ago by Sky Sports RugbyAfter a genuine renaissance year in 2020, can France go one better and clinch the silverware that alluded them last year in 2021?
Owen Farrell could tip the balance in a Six Nations defined by rival No 10s | Robert Kitson
5 years ago by The GuardianPicking Farrell to play at fly-half against Scotland rather than George Ford shows Eddie Jones’s faith in the England captainAlready it seems like the 2021 Six Nations will be defined by the men wearing...
Italy prop Cherif Traoré: “I want to be one of the best front-rows in Europe”
5 years ago by Rugby WorldThe Benetton front-rower, who can pack down on both sides of the scrum, talks to Mark Palmer about what inspires himFrom the off: Cherif Traore will make his first Test start for Italy against France (Getty...
Six Nations 2021: France's Gabin Villiere to make tournament debut against Italy
5 years ago by BBC Rugby NewsWing Gabin Villiere will make his Six Nations debut for France in Saturday's tournament opener against Italy in Rome.
Italy ditch dual playmakers for French Six Nations clash
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA youthful French side will host France in the opening Six Nations match of the year. Franco Smith has rung the changes from the side that competed in the Autumn Nations Cup with one of the biggest...
