In a gripping match held in Lille, France continued their unbeaten streak in this year’s championship with a solid win over Italy, showing their prowess in rugby. With three matches played and three victories achieved, including two with bonus points, France is now just two games away from achieving their second Grand Slam in four years. The French team demonstrated formidable skill, scoring three tries within the first 28 minutes of play, showcasing their attacking capacity and strategic gameplay.

Italy, coming off a recent victory against Scotland and a narrow defeat to Ireland, proved to be a tough opponent and arguably offered the strongest challenge to France so far in this tournament. Despite trailing by 11 points at halftime, Italy fought back and made significant attempts to close the gap, highlighting their determination and potential for improvement. However, the French defense held strong, successfully staving off Italy’s efforts.

The match concluded with France sealing their bonus point late in the game when debutant wing Gaël Dréan scored in the 71st minute. With only two further matches to play, against an improving Scotland and a struggling England, France remains on track to secure a championship title, which would not only enhance their standings in rugby but also affirm their dominance in the sport during the past few years.