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France roar back with 30 straight points to beat Australia in Nations Championship

France roar back with 30 straight points to beat Australia in Nations Championship

Summary

France came from behind to beat Australia 42-26 in a rugby Nations Championship match in Brisbane. France scored 30 points in a row in the second half to secure their first win over Australia in Brisbane since 1972.

Key Facts

  • France was behind by 9 points at half-time but scored 30 unanswered points in the second half.
  • Aaron Grandidier-Nkanang scored two tries for France.
  • Romain Ntamack played a key role in France’s comeback and was named man of the match.
  • Australia led 21-12 at half-time but could not maintain their lead.
  • The match took place in Brisbane in front of 52,000 fans.
  • Australia's full-back Tom Wright received a yellow card for a professional foul.
  • France used player rotation to keep their team strong in the second half.
  • Australia scored a late try for a bonus point but lost the game.
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