England stun France to earn first Six Nations win as late change proves masterstroke

England stun France to earn first Six Nations win as late change proves masterstroke
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England stun France to earn first Six Nations win as late change proves masterstroke
Author: mirrornews@mirror.co.uk (Nathan Ridley)
Published: Feb, 08 2025 18:42

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England stun France to earn first Six Nations win as late change proves masterstroke England put themselves back in Six Nations title contention by dramatically beating tournament favourites France 26-25, earning their first victory of the campaign.

Bielle-Biarrey put France ahead once more in the dying embers, but Daly's last-gasp try and a conversion from Fin Smith put England in the lead for the first time in the match - and it stayed that way.

England changed their kick taker for their next opportunity, as Fin Smith stepped up to convert Fin Baxter's try and set up a belting finish.

England, having lost 27-22 away to Ireland in their opening game, responded quickly again, as Fin Smith dinked the ball into space, setting up Northampton team-mate Tommy Freeman for a try.

This England team is going to be a good England team and there's a lot of talent.

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