The France team to play New Zealand has been confirmed ahead of their 2023 Rugby World Cup opener in Paris on Friday night.
Fabien Galthie has assembled a formidable lineup, yet they’ve grappled with injuries as they prepare for their home tournament.
Unfortunately, Jonathan Danty, Romain Ntamack, Paul Willemse, and Cyril Baille won’t be available for their match against the All Blacks.
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Where to watch France vs New Zealand
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TV channel: In the UK, the game will be live on free-to-air channel ITV1, with coverage starting at 6.45pm.
Live stream: Fans will be able to watch a free live stream via the ITVX website and app.
France team to play New Zealand
France XV to play All Blacks: 15 Thomas Ramos, 14 Damian Penaud, 13 Gael Fickou, 12 Yoram Moefana, 11 Gabin Villiere, 10 Matthieu Jalibert, 9 Antoine Dupont (c), 8 Gregory Alldritt, 7 Charles Ollivon, 6 Francois Cros, 5 Thibaud Flament, 4 Cameron Woki, 3 Uini Atonio, 2 Julien Marchand, 1 Reda Wardi
Replacements: 16 Peato Mauvaka, 17 Jean-Baptiste Gros, 18 Dorian Aldegheri, 19 Romain Taofifenua, 20 Paul Boudehent, 21 Maxime Lucu 22 Arthur Vincent, 23 Melvyn Jaminet