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France XV overpower England in summer warm-up match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 6:55 PM

Last updated Jun 19, 2026

France XV overpower England in summer warm-up match
Summary

France XV secured a 35-19 victory over England in a summer warm-up match in Vannes, showcasing superior skill and cohesion. England started strong with an early try from Cadan Murley, but France quickly gained control. By halftime, France led 14-12, and two quick tries after the break extended their advantage. England's efforts to recover were hampered by handling errors and set-piece struggles. The match highlighted the depth of the French squad, while England's coach Steve Borthwick will focus on positives from individual performances. England's summer schedule includes a Nations Championship opener against South Africa on July 4.

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  • •France XV scores five tries to England's three in warm-up match.
  • •Cadan Murley opens the scoring for England within the first minute.
  • •England trails by only two points at halftime, 14-12.
  • •France extends lead with two tries shortly after the break.
  • •England's next match is against South Africa on July 4.
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  • 6:56 PMYahoo Sports — England XV well beaten by France in summer warm-up
  • 6:55 PMBBC Sport — England XV well beaten by France in summer warm-up
What they're saying
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France prove too skilful for England in the teams' non-Test summer warm-up in Vannes, easing away to a comfortable victory.

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France prove too skilful for England in the teams' non-Test summer warm-up in Vannes, easing away to a comfortable victory.

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