For its second match of the November tour, France welcomes New Zealand this Saturday, November 16. Uncertain, Antoine Dupont is present for this clash against the All Blacks.
After the Japanese appetizer (52-12), it's time for the main course for Fabien Galthié's squad with a tempting France – New Zealand. The All Blacks are in great form, and have five consecutive victories, including in England (22-24) and Ireland (13-23). They hope to put the third major nation on the European continent on their hunting list.
The XV of France is in full transformation. Fabien Galthié and his staff decided to develop a more offensive game, and to do so, they shattered several statuses, including that of Jonathan Danty and Charles Ollivon. In addition to these strong choices, the coach must face a cascade of absentees: Damian Penaud (ill), Uini Atonio (calf), Théo Attisogbe (knee), Cyril Baille (ankle), François Cros (concussion) or again Romain Ntamack (Achilles tendon) were forced to withdraw. Antoine Dupont (ill at the start of the season) and Thibaud Flament (affected iliac crest) are very present.
Fabien Galthié spoke to the press before this France – New Zealand, mentioning in particular the potential of the All Blacks: “It's their 6th month of competition, they got off the plane, they beat the English , they put 10 bridges on the Irish, which is very rare knowing these people, they are settling scores after having experienced a few difficult years. They want to regain world leadership. They are also taking advantage of a favorable calendar. They can have a team that rolls. As for their strengths, They are capable of responding to all forms of rugby: very good in line combat, in conquest, in ground and aerial play. speed in the three-quarter game. Their offensive structure has evolved. It's been a long time since we faced such a strong All Blacks team.
As part of the second test match of the November tour, the Stade de France hosts a five-star clash: France – New Zealand. The game will kick off at 9:10 p.m.
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- The starting XV of the Blues for this France – New Zealand: 15. Buros; 14. Villière, 13. Fickou, 12. Moefana, 11. Bielle-Biarrey; 10. Ramos, 9. Dupont (cap.); 7. Roumat, 8. Alldritt, 6. Boudehent; 5. Meafou, 4. Flament; 3. Tatafu, 2. Mauvaka, 1. Big.
- The All Blacks starting XV for this France – New Zealand: 15. Jordan; 14. Reece, 13. R. Ioane, 12. J. Barrett, 11. Clarke; 10. B. Barrett, 9. Roigard; 7. Savea, 8. Sititi, 6. Finau; 5. Vaa'i, 4. S. Barrett; 3. Lomax, 2. Taylor, 1. Williams.
- Sports bets: France (1.80) – Draw (18.00) – New Zealand (2.20).
- Betclic: France (1.80) – Draw (22.00) – New Zealand (2.15).
- Unibet: France (1.75) – Draw (22.00) – New Zealand (2.16).
