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France primed for England's challenge at eves' WC semis

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September 20, 2025

France will try to “throw a bit of sand in England's machine” during Saturday's Women's Rugby World Cup semifinal in Bristol.

History is against France as they prepare for their latest encounter with tournament favourites England, unbeaten against all opponents since a 2022 World Cup final defeat by New Zealand -- who face Canada in Friday's first semifinal at Ashton Gate.

France have lost all eight of their previous World Cup semifinals, including an agonising 25-24 reverse against New Zealand three years ago after a last-minute conversion that would have won them the game sailed wide.

They have also suffered 16 successive defeats by England, with their last win in 2018.

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