In a thrilling match at Stade de France, the French rugby team edged out New Zealand with a score of 30-29, marking their third consecutive victory over the All Blacks. After trailing early, France rallied with standout performances from Romain Buros, Paul Boudehent, and flawless kicking by Thomas Ramos. Coach Fabien Galthié and captain Antoine Dupont celebrated the historic win, while the team looks forward to concluding their autumn tour against Argentina next week.
Thrilling Victory for French Rugby Team Against New Zealand
In an exhilarating match held at the Stade de France, the French rugby team clinched a narrow victory over New Zealand, finishing 30-29 on Saturday. This remarkable win marks their third consecutive triumph against the All Blacks, showcasing a stellar performance from the French side.
After falling behind 14-3 early in the first half, with tries from Peter Lakai and Cam Roigard putting New Zealand ahead, the French team rallied back. Key contributions from Romain Buros, Paul Boudehent, and Louis Bielle-Biarrey, complemented by Thomas Ramos’s impeccable kicking (6 out of 6), turned the game in favor of the Blues.
Coach and Captains Reflect on the Historic Win
Coach Fabien Galthié expressed his satisfaction at the press conference, stating, “This victory does us a lot of good, especially since we had a scenario that was not ideal at the start of the match.” With this win, the French team has now defeated the New Zealanders in three straight encounters, a feat not achieved since 1994-1995.
Despite losing ground initially, the French team found their rhythm, with Romain Buros scoring his debut try and Paul Boudehent adding to the score early in the second half. Louis Bielle-Biarrey’s try further solidified their lead, demonstrating exceptional skill and teamwork.
The match concluded with an intense penalty shootout between Ramos and New Zealand’s Damian McKenzie. Ramos’s flawless kicking secured the victory for France, ending New Zealand’s five-match winning streak, which included wins against England and Ireland.
Looking ahead, the French team aims to finish their autumn tour on a high note against Argentina next Friday, building on this momentum.