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The Match
Match Report
Rugby World Cup hosts France start Pool A as they mean to go on with a thrilling 27-13 win over New Zealand at the Stade de France.
Preview
Sports Mole previews Friday's Rugby World Cup clash between France and New Zealand, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
How you voted: France vs New Zealand
France
33.6%Draw
3.3%New Zealand
63.2%152
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