France takes over 6 Nations lead

France takes over Six Nations lead after crushing Ireland 42-27 in Dublin
DUBLIN -- France replaced Ireland's hand on the Six Nations rugby trophy after a momentous 42-27 win at Aviva Stadium on Saturday. France decisively took over the lead of the championship with a bonus-point victory and can clinch its first title since 2022 in the final round at home next Saturday when it hosts Scotland.
France humble Ireland in Dublin to keep England’s Six Nations title hopes alive
Chapeau Fabien. Chapeau Les Blues. This was the moment when France finally shrugged off their World Cup blues, which had lingered for far too long. On the evidence of this display, France look unstoppable.
France lose Antoine Dupont but Six Nations title on the cards after thrashing Ireland 42-27
The French captain suffered a suspected cruciate ligament injury in a ruck in the first-half. Read more at straitstimes.com.
France without injured Dupont takes over Six Nations lead after crushing Ireland
France’s Damian Penaud, left, breaks away from Ireland’s Sam Prendergast, to score a try during the Six Nations rugby union match between Ireland and France, at Aviva Stadium, Dublin, Ireland, Saturday, March 8, 2025. (AP Photo/Peter Morrison)
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