The Match

Match Report

Frederic Michalak kicks France to a 25-20 win over England in a World Cup warm-up game in Paris.

Build-up
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Mike Brown insists he is over concussion after five-month lay-off
Mike Brown insists that he is over the concussion that left him out of rugby for five months and is focusing on returning to his best for England.
Aug 22, 13:54
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Luther Burrell 'under pressure' to perform against France
Luther Burrell must play well against France to guarantee him a place in England's World Cup squad, says Will Greenwood.
Aug 22, 13:37
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Frederic Michalak returns for France against England
Frederic Michalak returns to the France starting lineup for their clash with England in Paris.
Aug 20, 13:43
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Big names return for England against France in Paris
England coach Stuart Lancaster makes 14 changes to his side for their Rugby World Cup warm-up match against France in Paris.
Aug 18, 16:14
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Serge Betsen warns France of George Ford threat
Former France flanker Serge Betsen praises George Ford by describing the fly-half as "one of the great talents" in the England team.
Aug 18, 10:30
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James Haskell expects "raised" performance in Paris
England expect to 'raise their performance' against France in Paris this weekend, says flanker James Haskell.
Aug 18, 03:02
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Stuart Lancaster: 'Luther Burrell under pressure for place'
Luther Burrell is under pressure from Sam Burgess and Henry Slade for a place in England's World Cup squad, confirms head coach Stuart Lancaster.
Aug 18, 02:53
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England's Brad Barritt doubtful for France clash
Stuart Lancaster admits that it would be "nice to have a few more warm-up games" as he gears up to name his final England Rugby World Cup squad later this month.
Aug 17, 14:53
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Clive Woodward: 'England's key men need to be protected'
Clive Woodward tells Stuart Lancaster to rest Jonathan Joseph, George Ford and Ben Youngs against France.
Aug 17, 04:19