Fiji give France a run for their money

By BEN JAYCOCK

France......................... 34pts
Tries: Mauvaka 29, Atonio 39, Macalou 59
Conversions: Jaminet 30, 60
Penalties: Jaminet 5, 7, 10, 42, 71

Fiji.................................17pts
Tries: Ikanivere 32, Radradra 50
Conversions: Muntz 33, 51
Penalties: Muntz 19
France put the loss of star fly-half Romain Ntamack behind them as they continued their fine form but were made to work hard for a win over Fiji in Nantes.
France, who have now won six of their last eight Tests, are many people’s tip to lift the Webb Ellis Cup but Fabian Galthie’s side weren’t near their best la...

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