France vs England Preview & Prediction | 2024 Six Nations Championship
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THE FACTS
When is France vs England on and what time does it start? France vs England will take place on Saturday 16th March, 2024 – 20:00 (UK)
Where is France vs England taking place? France vs England will take place at Parc Olympique Lyonnais in Lyon, France
Where can I get tickets for France vs England? Ticket information for France vs England can be found on each nation’s official website
What channel is France vs England on in the UK? Television coverage is shared between BBC and ITV so it is worth checking their schedules for France vs England
Where can I stream France vs England in the UK? If televised live on BBC, France vs England can be streamed live on iPlayer, while ITVX is the place to go if the match is on ITV
THE LOWDOWN
FRANCE
- France got back to winning ways after their disappointing showing against Italy in which they were held to a draw as they ran out comfortable victors against Wales last week.
- The French posted 45 points in that win and will aim to finish their campaign on a high with an unchanged side set to feature here after their trio of debutants from last week all impressed.
ENGLAND
- England stunned Grand Slam-chasing Ireland as Marcus Smith’s drop goal with the final play of the game sealed a brilliant upset for Steve Borthwick’s side at Twickenham.
- After a somewhat frustrating campaign, England now find themselves entering the final round of games with a slim chance of landing the title and while they will just hope to perform well, they have been forced into a change with Elliot Daly replacing the injured Immanuel Feyi-Waboso.
THE TEAM NEWS
FRANCE
Starting 15: Léo Barré, Damian Penaud, Gael Fickou, Nicolas Depoortère, Louis Bielle-Biarrey, Thomas Ramos, Nolann Le Garrec, Gregory Alldritt, Charles Ollivon, François Cros, Emmanuel Meafou, Thibaud Flament, Uini Atonio, Julian Marchand, Cyril Baille
Replacements: Peato Mauvaka, Sébastien Taofifénua, Georges-Henri Colombe, Romain Taofifénua, Alexandre Roumat, Paul Boudehent, Maxime Lucu, Yoram Moefana
ENGLAND
Starting 15: George Furbank, Tommy Freeman, Henry Slade, Ollie Lawrence, Elliot Daly, George Ford, Alex Mitchell, Ellis Genge, Jamie George, Dan Cole, Maro Itoje, George Martin, Ollie Chessum, Sam Underhill, Ben Earl
Replacements: Theo Dan, Joe Marler, Will Stuart, Ethan Roots, Alex Dombrandt, Danny Care, Marcus Smith, Manu Tuilagi
THE PREDICTION
France and England will do battle in what should be a thrilling conclusion to the Six Nations. The two teams will be eager to end on a high with both suffering some frustrating results during this year’s tournament but they have also shown their quality and that is what they will be aiming for here. There is little to split the two teams but based on England’s effort last week, they are fancied to keep things tight and should be considered on the handicap.
TIP: ENGLAND +12
