Meet the HAP’s (husbands and partners) cheering on England’s Red Roses

But also shouting words of encouragement from the sidelines will be the players' supportive partners.

The Red Roses have not lost in the competition for 28 games - since they were beaten 18-17 by Les Bleus in Grenoble in 2018.

But France are also unbeaten this year and have home advantage as they seek to ruin England's bid for a sixth successive title.

Eleven tries in her first two Tests demonstrate how dangerous Jess Breach is out wide. A former spring hurdler, she now puts that speed to good use on the rugby pitch.

Her partner is Archie White, who plays flanker for the Harlequins men’s side.

White recently passed 50 appearances for the Club and also signed a new contract - a reward for some stand-out performances.

Two standout stars from the England women’s rugby team have finally opened up about their love story, which began when they crossed paths at a sporting college and fell head over heels for each other.

Holly Aitchison, aged 26, and Hannah Botterman, aged 24, first encountered each other at Hartpury College back in 2015.

However, their initial romance hit a rough patch after a year, leaving them both 'heartbroken,' particularly as Holly grappled with her own identity and sexuality.

But fate intervened, bringing them back together when they both joined Saracens. Now, they're teammates once again, this time playing for Bristol Bears.

Reflecting on their journey, the couple, who have been together for several years, shared their story with FEMAIL.

Holly recounted, "We kept finding our way back to each other, no matter how much we drifted apart. That was the pattern throughout."

Holly admitted, "There was a part of me that struggled with the idea of being with a woman. It took me some time to figure out what I truly wanted."

"Now," she added, "I'm much more at ease with myself than before."

Aldcroft, who earned the title of player of the year in 2021, is joyfully committed to her longtime partner, Luke Stratford. Their engagement took place on December 29 of the preceding year, with their relationship tracing back to January 2018, as documented on Zoe's Instagram.

Luke shares Zoe's passion for rugby, having dedicated at least five years to playing at Hartpury College in Gloucester. Zoe, aged 25, frequently supports him during his matches. Alongside his playing pursuits, Luke coaches the Hartpury 2nds in the university league and holds a full-time position at a school. During his leisure time, he extends his coaching expertise to the local team, Longlevens RFC.

Both Zoe and Luke embrace an active lifestyle, often spotted rowing and hiking together. When not engaged in outdoor adventures, they enjoy attending family gatherings and friends' weddings.

She married former Harlequins hooker Dave Ward in August 2020 and he is now her coach at Bristol Bears. The pair admit to having practised line-out throwing at home together.

Abbie gave birth to her first child Hallie in July but made her comeback as Bristol welcomed Sale Sharks to Ashton Gate, back in November.

The 30-year-old even got on the score sheet, pouncing on a loose ball in the 14th minute to put the hosts 19-0 ahead.

Dave insisted there was “no pressure” on Abbie and described her as “incredible” in the build-up to her first appearance in a year.

“Well, I obviously sleep next to Hallie, I know there are dads out there that do that all the time. Hallie’s great because she sleeps 10 to 6. At the moment she’s amazing,” Dave told TNT Sports

“If it wasn’t my wife I probably wouldn’t make a big deal of it but Abbie’s been incredible, I get to see it first-hand. There’s no pressure on her, just go out and play and enjoy it.

“She hasn’t played rugby for a year. We’ve watched a lot of rugby in that year so now just go and play.”

Off the field, Marlie Packer, the flanker, enjoys a content life with her partner Natasha. Their son, Oliver, was born in 2020, adding joy to their family.

Speaking to The I in March, Marlie said she managed to balance her 'home, family and rugby balance.'

Outside of her training sessions with the Roses, Marlie assumes the role of a devoted mother, often bringing her son along to her matches and cherishing family moments by the beach.

Originating her career in the West Country, the mother-of-one now showcases her talent with Saracens in North London.

Meanwhile, Natasha contributes as a community support officer, a role that Marlie has acknowledged as particularly challenging during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Speaking in an interview with the Rugby Players Association, she said: 'We went through all the motions together; I wasn’t out at work because I was furloughed by the RFU.

'She really helped me with my rehab with my ankle. She is definitely no physio therapist, but she can mobilise an ankle.'