England loses to France in non-cap rugby international in Vannes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 7:00 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Engaged in a non-cap international, England fell to France 35-19 in Vannes. The match featured a notable error from debutant Benhard Janse van Rensburg. Despite an early try from Cadan Murley, England struggled against France's prolific attacking play, which included scores from Nicolas Depoortere and Antoine Hastoy. England had opportunities, including a disallowed try, but the match ended with France controlling the final exchanges. The loss comes just weeks before England's Nations Championship opener against South Africa on July 4.
- •England lost 35-19 to France in a non-cap international.
- •Benhard Janse van Rensburg fumbled a key try-scoring opportunity.
- •Cadan Murley scored England's opening try in the 2nd minute.
- •France responded quickly with tries from Depoortere and Hastoy.
- •England's next match is against South Africa on July 4.
- 7:00 PMYahoo Sports — England slip to defeat by France in non-cap international after costly mistakes
"England slipped to defeat just two weeks before they face South Africa in the Nations Championship
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