All Blacks' Foster not panicking after France opening loss
New Zealand head coach Ian Foster said on Saturday he remained confident of his side's chances at the Rugby World Cup despite the 27-13 loss to hosts France in the opening match.
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PARIS: France made an impressive start to their attempt to win a first Rugby World Cup as the host nation beat New Zealand 27-13 in a hot and humid tournament opener on Friday.
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Rebuilt France team on track with win over New Zealand in opener
PARIS : When Fabien Galthie took charge of France after a mediocre 2019 World Cup his one obsession was rebuilding a squad able to take a shot at the title four years later and Friday's 27-13 win against New Zealand suggests Les Bleus are on the right track.
Back to the drawing board for Foster's frustrated All Blacks
PARIS : All Blacks coach Ian Foster said he was confident the 27-13 loss to France in their opening match at the World Cup on Friday did not necessarily bring an end to their hopes of a fourth title.