Scotland vs France LIVE: Women’s Six Nations rugby result and reaction as Les Bleues win
Follow all the action from the round 3 clash at Scotstoun
A stunning first-half display helped France claim a 28-8 victory over Scotland in the Women’s Six Nations.
France, who came into the game with two wins from their opening two games, continued their 100 per cent record by earning a 28-3 half-time lead in Glasgow.
Laure Sansus scored two tries, with Jessy Tremouliere and Gaelle Hermet also crossing the line in a rampant opening 40 minutes. Tremouliere also brought her kicking boots, converting all four tries.
Scotland, who had exposed some holes in the French defence before the break, put up a spirited response in the second half and were camped in the visiting 22.
They eventually crossed the line in the 78th minute as Chloe Rollie went over after good work from Christine Belisle.
Helen Nelson missed the conversation for the Scots, who have now lost three from three.
Scotland 3-28 France, 56 mins
Scotland manage to wrestle the ball back, they need to get some points from this sustained spell of good play.
They have made some more changes.
Mattinson, who has caps for England but she has benefitted form World Rugby’s rules allowing players to compete for other countries. comes on for Maxwell
And Konkel is off for McLachlan, the No 8 looks in a bit of pain heading on the field.
Scotland kicks away and Boulard collects, who then boots the ball out of touch. France have made so many uncharacterstic errors this afternoon.
Scotland 3-28 France, 54 mins
Jacquet knocks the ball on in a promising position and Konkel gathers, Scotland on the hunt here.
The France defence is still incredible but Scotland are starting to find holes as they release quick passes. But the French wall reaps the rewards as they get a breakdown penalty.
Is it even possible to get past these French defenders? Absolutely incredible defensive line.
Scotland 3-28 France, 50 mins
Turnovers are clamied by both sides with a break in play at the end of that.
Konkel is receiving a bit of attention, hopefully she is okay.
And Scotland have made their first change with Sarah Law on for Orr to reach her 50th cap.
Scotland 3-28 France, 50 mins
Gallagher puts in a huge tackle on Fall as France look to pounce on opportunity. They run through the phases but Scotland’s defence holds strong for now.
Konkel, who has had another brilliant match for Scotland, puts in a great hit to stall the French attack. Tremouliere grows tired of the phases and puts in a crossfield kick. Lloyd collects and calls the mark.
A great defensive spell for Scotland.
Scotland 3-28 France, 47 mins
France steal the ball and build from their own half. But this time they have a loose ball and Scotland get a boot to it.
The visitors eventually gather and kick it out of play. The pressure from Scotland is great and they haven’t let up from the first 40, they just need the points to show their hard work.
We are brought back for a French penalty as McMillan’s tackle is judged as dangerous.
Scotland 3-28 France, 44 mins
Scotland’s ruck time is much quicker but Orr drops the ball, so frustrating for the hosts.
They need to be the next ones to score to stay in this match.
France’s scrum works well but Malcolm tackles her into touch to keep the ball in Scotland’s possession. A slight break in play as Maxwell receives some medical attention.
Scotland 3-28 France, 42 mins
So close for Scotland! They charge down a kick from Tremouliere in the opening seconds but the ball doesn’t bounce for them.
France clear their lines after a clean scrum and they recover after a nervous few moments.
But Scotland are straight back to piling on the pressure in attack with a great few metres won by Rollie on the gainline.
Back underway! Scotland 3-28 France
The second 40 is underway at Scotstoun.
France have made a change, Chambon is on for Sansus. The scrum-half did look to take a knock in the first half which could be why she’s off.
Will France run away with this one?
Half-time: Scotland 3-28 France
Can we speak about Sansus?
Look at this stunning bit of play, this came from nowhere. Scotland had the momentum at the time but she made sure France were the ones on the scoreboard first.
Take a look at their opening try:
Half-time: Scotland 3-28 France
Well Scotland have arguably been the better side in this match but their lack of points sees them 28-3 down at half-time.
Two moments of individual skill from Sansus and scores from Hermet and Tremouliere have France on a bonus point after the first 40.
Can they punish Scotland further or can the hosts get back into this one?
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments