Shaun Edwards hits back at criticism of France's defence
Prickly Shaun Edwards bristled at suggestions France have become a soft touch after conceding nine tries in their last two matches.
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France to resume World Cup quest with big resources despite quarter-final setback
PARIS : Fabien Galthie was given unprecedented resources to help France win their maiden World Cup title, yet Les Bleus failed at the first big hurdle, but the head coach will continue his quest with the backing of the federation (FFR).
French build strong case for the defence ahead of S Africa clash
PARIS : France conceded three tries per game during their World Cup preparations but once the tournament started, their defence was back to its best - a key factor as the knockout phase looms.
France's Dupont in race against the clock to face South Africa
PARIS : France captain Antoine Dupont faces a race against the clock to be fully fit to play against South Africa as the mercurial scrumhalf resumes full training only five days before Sunday's World Cup quarter-final clash.
Rugby World Cup: Warren Gatland won’t apologise for pushing Wales players ‘to limit’ during 'brutal' France build-up
Warren Gatland will not apologise for pushing his Wales players “to the limit” ahead of the Rugby World Cup in France. The Welsh squad are set to embark on two gruelling training camps in the lead-up to September’s tournament. Ad The camps have become notorious for the physical and mental demands involved, but Gatland defended the intensity of the training he plans to put his players through.
Clive Woodward slams Jaco Peyper's Six Nations red card: 'One of the worst decisions I've seen'
Rugby World Cup-winning coach Clive Woodward says the decision to red card England fullback Freddie Steward in a Six Nations match against Ireland was "one of the worst" decisions he's ever seen in the sport.
Easterby merits credit for mean Irish defence - Bernard Jackman
Bernard Jackman believes Simon Easterby deserves plenty of plaudits for the role he's played in shaping Ireland's defence on the road to the Grand Slam.
Defence best form of attack for Ireland - Farrell
Everything revolves around defence. Everything.