Follow live reaction as France hung on to claim a thrilling victory against Wales to keep their Six Nations Grand Slam hopes alive. The visitors survived a second-half onslaught from Wales in an electric atmosphere in Cardiff but could not get over the line despite having several clear opportunities, in what was a phenomenal defensive effort from Les Blues.
France scored a clinical opening try inside 10 minutes as Anthony Jelonch finished off a fine move after Melvyn Jaminet drew the defence in to create space for the flanker on the touchline. Wales made a good response, defended well and made life awkward for the visitors, with the boot of Dan Biggar kicking Wayne Pivac’s side to within a point at half-time.
Jaminet increased France’s lead after the break but Wales had several chances to take the lead as they threatened the try line. The hosts were first held up following a lineout, before Jonathan Davies spilled the ball when just a few metres out with the try-line beckoning. It means France will host England at the Stade de France with the chance to win the Grand Slam and their first Six Nations title since 2010. Follow for live reaction from Wales vs France in the Six Nations below:
