France v Wales match preview, coverage & key stats
Match preview, team news and key stats as France host Wales in the opening game of the 2025 Men's Six Nations.
www.bbc.co.ukHere’s the latest I can provide based on recent coverage.
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Wales vs France in the Six Nations: France routed Wales with a high-scoring performance, 54-12, in Cardiff. This result kept France at the top of the standings and continued Wales’ recent struggles in the tournament.
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Highlights from the match: France scored multiple tries (eight in total) and dominated proceedings from early on, while Wales showed moments of resistance but couldn’t sustain pressure. Wales’ head coach acknowledged the gap and the need for long-term building.
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What’s next for Wales: Wales are scheduled to host Scotland in Cardiff in the next round of the Six Nations. This provides a chance to rebound, though they’ll face a tough opponent in Scotland.
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What’s next for France: France continued their campaign with another win, reinforcing their status as favorites for the Six Nations title and potential Grand Slam prospects, depending on later results.
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