France clear favourites to topple Boks - bookies
France will get the better of the Springboks in Saturday’s Test in Marseilles, if local bookmakers are to be believed.
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Ntamack, Baille return to France lineup for Wallabies test
Toulouse duo Romain Ntamack and Cyril Baille will start France's opening autumn international against Australia in Paris on Saturday despite recent injury troubles that have restricted their playing time at club level.
Raka, Bouthier earn France recalls for November internationals
France have recalled Clermont winger Alivereti Raka and Montpellier full back Anthony Bouthier for next month's autumn international series, with coach Fabien Galthie also naming eight uncapped players in his 42-man squad on Monday.
France beat Japan 42-23 in first rugby union Test
Six Nations champions France stretched away in the second half to beat a spirited Japan side 42-23 on Saturday in steamy conditions in the first Test at Toyota Stadium.
Ollivon returns to lead France for Japan clash
Charles Ollivon will captain France against Japan as he continues his return to the international stage, while uncapped lock Thomas Jolmes and flanker Yoan Tanga will make their debuts at the Toyota Stadium on Saturday.
Penaud returns for France against England
France have restored Damian Penaud to the right wing for their Grand Slam match against England in Paris on Saturday.