France reaches Nations Championship final, England falls to All Blacks or South Africa
ESPN Rugby • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 9:27 AM
Last updated Nov 5, 2026
France has advanced to the final of the Nations Championship, as the tournament gears up to resume. Discussion around the competition highlights England's struggles against top-tier teams like the All Blacks and South Africa. Analysts are expecting an impactful return for the championship, following its hiatus. Preparations for the final intensify as teams position themselves for optimal performance.
- •France will compete in the Nations Championship final.
- •England struggled against both the All Blacks and South Africa.
- •The Nations Championship is set to return after a hiatus.
- •Expectations are high for teams as they prepare for the final.
- 9:27 AMESPN Rugby — What we think we know as Nations Championship returns: France in the final, England no match for All Blacks or South Africa
"Ahead of the Nations Championship's return, ESPN's Tom Hamilton breaks down what he thinks has already been settled as we prepare to savour part two.
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