For this 3rd day of the 6 Nations Tournament, after a bitter fight, France imposed the offensive bonus against Scotland (32-21). The Blues scored four tries through Ntamack, Dumortier, Ramos and Fickou. The Coal XV remained in the game thanks to a double from Jones, and a try from Russell.
18:07 – Romain Ntamack after France – Scotland: “The defeat in Ireland did not put our heads under water”
At the microphone of France 2, the opener of the XV of France was happy with the success snatched against Scotland: “We had to win. The bonus is the little extra. We managed to do it against a great team of Scotland. We knew he wanted to come and win here to continue their journey. We said things to each other. We worked a lot, in the same direction. The defeat in Ireland did not put our heads under water . We keep learning for later.”
6:05 p.m. – Antoine Dupont: “The results remain positive”
At the microphone of France 2, the captain of the XV of France gave his feelings after this France – Scotland: “It’s nice to find our supporters. There is victory at stake, and the offensive bonus. With the start of the match what we do, we have to manage it better. We lacked control. But the results remain positive. There is a lot of satisfaction, especially in the game. We are happy with our performance.
6:02 p.m. – Gaël Fickou at the microphone of France 2 after France – Scotland: “We didn’t give up”
Elected man of the match, and author of the offensive bonus test, the center of the XV of France was proud of the French performance: “There is better. We put the intensity. We did not let go. They are the best team in Scotland in the history of their rugby. We have accustomed people to better. We have high standards. We have two big games left.”
18:01 – Fabien Galthié after France – Scotland: “We haven’t let go of the trophy yet”
At the microphone of the broadcaster, the coach of the XV of France confided at the end of this bonus victory: “We went to get this offensive bonus. The theme after Ireland was: “We fell, we had to get up. ” We must continue on this path. Today, we wanted to get up. We took five points, in a match with a difficult scenario. We felt that we tensed up after Haouas’ red card. But, Today, it’s still a perfect match. We’re happy for those who follow us, and who fell with us. We get up together. It’s crazy to see the Stade de France like that. We haven’t yet dropped the trophy.”
17:55 – The Blues win with the attacking bonus against Scotland (32-21)
At the end of an incredible first period of intensity, where Gilchrist (7th) and Haouas (13th) were expelled following dangerous tackles in the first quarter of an hour, the XV of France dug a nice gap thanks to a Ntamack in great shape. The Blues opener took charge of the first try (5th) before offering the second to Dumortier (8th). After an interception, Ramos scored a try against the run of play (19th). Jones reduced the gap in the middle of this first period on a nice tight pass from Russell (25th). At the break, France almost had the victory in their pocket (22-7).
But, it was very bad to know the partners of Hogg. Upon returning from the locker room, the XV du Chardon put terrible pressure on the Blues. By dint of playing within their 22 meters, the Blues cracked on the achievements of Jones (48th) and Russell (68th). At the end of the siren, Fickou released the Stade de France and offered the offensive bonus to his siren (32-21).
17:51 – Ramos offers the final bouquet in this France – Scotland (32-21, 80th + 2)
After the siren, the back of the XV of France completes the improved victory.
17:50 – FICKOU ENTERS THE OFFENSIVE BONUS TEST IN THIS FRANCE – SCOTLAND (30-21, 80th)
On a change of direction, the center of the XV of France makes a fake pass and comes to finish the shot in the Scottish in-goal!
17:48 – Taofifenua recovers a penalty! (25-21, 79th)
This balloon is worth gold! The second row of the France team scratches a penalty on this ground game. The Blues play fast to glean an offensive bonus.
17:47 – The Blues lose this possession! (25-21, 78th)
Falatea was kept upright. The maul was logically considered unproductive by the referee of this meeting.
17:44 – The Blues have a great opportunity to kill this France – Scotland (25-21, 77th)
The XV du Chardon lost this ammunition in touch. On a beautiful game launch, Ramos advanced into the opposing 22 meters. Scotland is at fault.
5:41 p.m. – France makes a mistake (25-21, 74th)
On support, in a ruck phase, Falatea does not hold on to his support. Russell brings his people to the level of the center line.
5:40 p.m. – The Blues inherit a good scrum in this France – Scotland (25-21, 72nd)
On a pressure kick, Kinghorn, who came into play recently, misses on this high ball. The scrum is located just in front of the Scottish 22 yards.
17:37 – Russell adjusts two more points in this France – Scotland (25-21, 69th)
The Scots return to four units of the Blues. France is under pressure in this end game.