In a recent Six Nations match, Wales faced a daunting challenge against France, trailing 19-0 within the first 15 minutes. Despite the lopsided scoreline of 35-14, the performance by Wales was deemed an improvement when compared to their previous humiliating defeat of 48-7 against England. They managed to show better defensive efforts and set-piece performances, alongside finally scoring points in the first half, which had been a struggle in their earlier matches.

The match highlighted ongoing challenges for Welsh rugby, showcasing that while improvements were made, the team still fell significantly short. This loss marked their worst home defeat against France and continued a disheartening trend, with this being the 13th consecutive defeat in Six Nations play. The team has now experienced 21 losses in 23 championship games since their last title win in 2021, which underscores the depth of their struggles on the field.

For the Welsh fans, there remains a slim glimmer of hope as the recent match did show a shift away from purely insipid performances. They rallied in the second half, providing moments of excitement that their supporters could appreciate. However, the harsh reality remains that they are still striving to find consistent form and competitiveness in the international rugby arena amidst this string of defeats, raising questions about the future direction of the team and coaching staff.