Hunter leads the French conquest

By SAM JACKSON

Immaculate: Emily Scarratt kicked ten points for England

ENGLAND began their autumn internationals with their first victory on French soil for seven years.
The Red Roses produced a consummate defensive display to soak up French pressure in the opening half-hour at a raucous Stade Marcel-Michelin, allowing captain Sarah Hunter to flip momentum England’s way with two tries before the break.
The 2019 World Rugby player of the year Emily Scarratt was immaculate with the boot, kicking ten points off the tee.
Trailing 17-3 at the interval with only a Jessy Tremouliere pena...

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