Rugby news thrills fans during this World Cup period. In Pool A, it was the France team that made headlines during its meeting against Uruguay.
After a lackluster performance, the Blues managed to win with a score of 27-12 this Thursday in Lille. Despite this victory, the French team was not able to obtain the offensive bonus so hoped for.
The match was marked by a disappointing performance from the French, who had to face a combative Uruguayan team. The French XV, largely overhauled compared to its victory against the All Blacks, had difficulty setting up its game and lacked finishing.
It was thanks to a big mistake by the Uruguayan players that the Blues were able to score their second try, through Peato Mauvaka. Despite this, the French finishers were not up to the task and missed scoring opportunities.
The refereeing decisions also played a role in this match. The Blues conceded an early try and were saved several times by favorable decisions. The yellow card received by Romain Taofifenua could have turned into a red card, and a second Uruguayan try was ruled out for obstruction.
This victory nevertheless allows the French team to consolidate its position in group A. Despite injuries affecting certain key players, the Blues should be able to qualify for the final phase of the World Cup by ranking among the first two of their group.
The next matches against Namibia and Italy will be an opportunity to see players return from injury and correct the shortcomings observed during the match against Uruguay.
In short, this victory for the Blues was difficult, but it allows them to remain in the race for the final phase of the World Cup. The next matches will be decisive for the France team which will have to show a more convincing game to hope to go far in the competition.