Photograph: Thibaud Morit/AFP via Getty ImagesFrance 48 Australia 33France beat Australia in a see-saw match at the Stade de France to end the Wallabies’ first winless tour of Europe in 67 years, spoiling Joe Schmidt’s farewell Test. Photograph: Thibaud Moritz/AFP via Getty Images“We’re happy to finish with a big win today,” said France captain Gregory Alldritt. France hit back when Bielle-Biarrey ghosted past two defenders and found Depoortere on the inside for the hosts’ first try. A Ramos penalty and Depoortere’s second try after a quickly-taken penalty gave Les Bleus a 10-point margin but it was not enough for a team who had little focus in defence. Nasser forced his way over again to bring Australia back to 41-33, but France had the last word with Lamothe’s late try.

Source: The Irish Times November 23, 2025 12:49 UTC