France capped off their Autumn Nations Series in style with a thrilling victory over Argentina at the Stade de France.
The hosts showed why they are among the world’s best, combining flair and physicality to secure a 37-23 win and complete a clean sweep of the series.
France exploded out of the blocks, crossing the try line in just the ninth minute. Despite losing Jean-Baptiste Gros early to injury, the French juggernaut powered on. By halftime, they led 30-9, dominating the first half with an unstoppable combination of flair and precision.
Second-Half Shift
Momentum swung Argentina’s way after the break, but France’s strong first-half performance, capped by a fourth try, ensured a 37-23 victory. This triumph sealed a perfect Autumn Nations Series for Les Bleus.
Momentum swung Argentina’s way after the break, but France’s strong first-half performance, capped by a fourth try, ensured a 37-23 victory. This triumph sealed a perfect Autumn Nations Series for Les Bleus.
Player Ratings
15 Léo Barré – 8
The 22-year-old dazzled with his aerial prowess and nimble footwork. A key figure in multiple first-half tries, Barré’s runs left the Argentinian defence scrambling.
The 22-year-old dazzled with his aerial prowess and nimble footwork. A key figure in multiple first-half tries, Barré’s runs left the Argentinian defence scrambling.
14 Gabin Villière – 8
Sporting his trademark red scrum cap, Villière soared in aerial duels and surged towards the try line with ease. A standout for Toulon and for France.
Sporting his trademark red scrum cap, Villière soared in aerial duels and surged towards the try line with ease. A standout for Toulon and for France.
13 Gaël Fickou – 5
France’s reliable midfield general delivered another solid performance in his 93rd cap. Not flashy, but dependable as always.
France’s reliable midfield general delivered another solid performance in his 93rd cap. Not flashy, but dependable as always.
12 Yoram Moefana – 6
Moefana played a key role in Thibaud Flament’s try and showcased solid defensive work throughout the match. A steady outing from the Bordeaux centre.
Moefana played a key role in Thibaud Flament’s try and showcased solid defensive work throughout the match. A steady outing from the Bordeaux centre.
11 Louis Bielle-Biarry – 8
Instrumental in earning a penalty try and scoring France’s only second-half try, the youngster showed why he’s a name to watch.
Instrumental in earning a penalty try and scoring France’s only second-half try, the youngster showed why he’s a name to watch.
10 Thomas Ramos – 9
Ramos was ice-cold from the tee, maintaining a 100% kicking record. The maestro orchestrated France’s attack with poise, securing his third stellar performance of the series.
Ramos was ice-cold from the tee, maintaining a 100% kicking record. The maestro orchestrated France’s attack with poise, securing his third stellar performance of the series.
9 Antoine Dupont – 8
Dupont was, as always, sensational. His control, vision, and ability to dictate the game continue to set the standard for scrum-halves worldwide.
Dupont was, as always, sensational. His control, vision, and ability to dictate the game continue to set the standard for scrum-halves worldwide.
8 Charles Ollivon – 5
A quiet game for Ollivon. He blended into the team effort but didn’t make a significant impact.
A quiet game for Ollivon. He blended into the team effort but didn’t make a significant impact.
7 Paul Boudehent – 5
Subbed off at halftime, Boudehent struggled to replicate last week’s standout performance against the All Blacks.
Subbed off at halftime, Boudehent struggled to replicate last week’s standout performance against the All Blacks.
6 François Cros – 5
Cros put in a solid shift over 80 minutes but failed to leave a lasting impression in a game dominated by others.
Cros put in a solid shift over 80 minutes but failed to leave a lasting impression in a game dominated by others.
5 Emmanuel Meafou – 7
The big lock impressed with his ball-carrying and defensive efforts before being replaced in the 52nd minute.
The big lock impressed with his ball-carrying and defensive efforts before being replaced in the 52nd minute.
4 Thibaud Flament – 8
Flament made an immediate impact, scoring the opening try just nine minutes in. A dynamic presence throughout the match.
Flament made an immediate impact, scoring the opening try just nine minutes in. A dynamic presence throughout the match.
3 Uini Atonio – 7
Atonio’s defensive work was immense, with key tackles that stifled Argentina’s momentum.
Atonio’s defensive work was immense, with key tackles that stifled Argentina’s momentum.
2 Peato Mauvaka – 6
Mauvaka recovered from shaky lineouts in the first half to deliver a solid performance overall.
Mauvaka recovered from shaky lineouts in the first half to deliver a solid performance overall.
1 Jean-Baptiste Gros – 1
Injured just four minutes into the match, Gros’s rating reflects his limited time on the pitch.
Injured just four minutes into the match, Gros’s rating reflects his limited time on the pitch.
Substitutions
16 Julien Marchand – 5
Coming on in the 52nd minute, Marchand did well but couldn’t tidy up France’s scrummaging issues.
Coming on in the 52nd minute, Marchand did well but couldn’t tidy up France’s scrummaging issues.
17 Reda Wardi – 6
Thrust into action early due to Gros’s injury, Wardi put in a solid shift without standing out.
Thrust into action early due to Gros’s injury, Wardi put in a solid shift without standing out.
18 Dorian Colombe – 5
Part of the triple change in the 52nd minute, Colombe had an average game.
Part of the triple change in the 52nd minute, Colombe had an average game.
19 Alexandre Roumat – 5
Replacing Flament in the 61st minute, Roumat’s contributions were minimal, apart from freshening up the pack.
Replacing Flament in the 61st minute, Roumat’s contributions were minimal, apart from freshening up the pack.
20 Léo Guillard – 6
Guillard came on in the 52nd minute and made a handful of decent tackles.
Guillard came on in the 52nd minute and made a handful of decent tackles.
21 Marko Gazzotti – 7
On debut, Gazzotti made an immediate impact after replacing Boudehent at halftime. A promising start to his international career.
On debut, Gazzotti made an immediate impact after replacing Boudehent at halftime. A promising start to his international career.
22 Nolann Le Garrec – 7
Le Garrec took over at fly-half in the 63rd minute, pushing Ramos to full-back. In his short time on the pitch, he made a solid case for more opportunities.
Le Garrec took over at fly-half in the 63rd minute, pushing Ramos to full-back. In his short time on the pitch, he made a solid case for more opportunities.
23 Emilien Gailleton – 7
The Croydon-born 21-year-old shone in his brief cameo, making electrifying runs and proving his mettle.
The Croydon-born 21-year-old shone in his brief cameo, making electrifying runs and proving his mettle.
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