England will face France at the Allianz Stadium in Twickenham in round two of the Six Nations tournament. This much-anticipated match will be taking place on Saturday, with both teams looking to secure a crucial victory. England’s team, led by head coach Steve Borthwick, will be looking to bounce back from a recent loss to Ireland, while France will be riding high after a convincing win over Wales.
Known as ‘Le Crunch’, the England v France fixture is steeped in history, with England holding the edge in terms of victories in their rivalry which dates back to 1906. However, recent encounters have seen France dominate, winning their last three meetings against England in the Six Nations tournament. This sets the stage for what promises to be an intense and thrilling showdown between two of the top teams in international rugby.
The match is scheduled to kick off at 4.45pm at the Allianz Stadium in Twickenham, London. For viewers in the UK, the game will be broadcast live on ITV1, with coverage starting at 4.15pm and concluding at 7pm. Additionally, fans can also opt to stream the match online using ITVX, but will require an ITV account and TV license to access the live stream.
The England XV will feature players like M Smith, Lawrence, and Slade, while the French XV will be led by Ramos, with support from Jalibert and Dupont. Both teams have undergone rigorous preparation and training leading up to this crucial match, with coaches Steve Borthwick and Fabien Galthie expressing confidence in their respective squads.
England’s head coach, Steve Borthwick, commended the skills and abilities of his players, highlighting the strengths of key team members like F Smith and T Curry. On the other hand, France’s head coach, Fabien Galthie, emphasized the importance of team dynamics and decision-making on the field, particularly praising the resilience and adaptability of players like Matthieu Jalibert.
With both teams hungry for victory and determined to showcase their best performances on the field, the England v France clash promises to be a riveting display of top-tier international rugby. Fans and spectators can look forward to a thrilling contest between two powerhouse teams as they battle it out for supremacy in the Six Nations tournament. Stay tuned for all the action and excitement as England and France go head to head in what is sure to be a memorable match-up!