Hastoy gets the match underway for France and Villiere has it back on the left deep into the 22

Anthems concluded and kickoff is just moments away

The sides are out on the field, anthems to follow

Hosts France take on Uruguay in the 2023 Rugby World Cup in a Pool A clash. France got their campaign off to the perfect start with a 27-13 win over New Zealand, while this will be Uruguay's first match of the tournament.