France W Vs. Italy W Apr 2026
Named "Player of the Match" for her relentless work rate and a second-half try that helped break the game open.
Watch the highlights of France's clinical second-half performance against Italy in the Women's Six Nations: France W vs. Italy W
France exploded for 35 points after halftime, with tries from Carla Arbez, Yllana Brosseau, Lea Murie, and Pauline Barrat (scoring in her debut cap). Named "Player of the Match" for her relentless
France and Italy recently met on April 11, 2026, in the opening round of the rugby championship. France secured a dominant 40-7 victory at the Stade des Alpes in Grenoble, powered by a five-try second-half surge that overwhelmed the Italian defense. France 40-7 Italy (Rugby Union) France secured a dominant 40-7 victory at the
The Italian side suffered from a "misfiring" lineout that prevented them from building attacking momentum, eventually settling for a late consolation try by Gaia Buso. Other 2026 Matchups
Italy pulled off a convincing 4-1 victory over France on February 5, 2026, during the preliminary round of the Milano Cortina games. Italy outshot France 46-15 in front of a packed home crowd, with goals from Kayla Tutino, Rebecca Roccella, Matilde Fantin, and Kristin Della Rovere.