Scotland Seeks Revenge Against France in World Cup Warm-up Clash
Scotland will face off against France in their second World Cup warm-up match, as they strive to avenge their previous loss to the French team. This clash will be crucial for Scotland, not only in their pursuit of revenge but also as part of their preparations for the upcoming Rugby World Cup in France.
In their previous warm-up match against Italy, Scotland emerged victorious with a scoreline of 25-13. Despite fielding an experimental side, they managed to secure a convincing win. Now, they are hoping to make it back-to-back victories and continue building momentum heading into the World Cup.
The last encounter between Scotland and France took place during the Six Nations tournament, where France emerged triumphant with a 32-21 scoreline. It was Gael Fickou’s last-grasp bonus point try that sealed the victory for the hosts in Paris. Scotland will be eager to turn the tables this time around and secure a win against their rival.
The much-anticipated match is scheduled to kick off at 3:15 PM on Saturday, August 5, at Murrayfield Stadium. Fans can catch all the action exclusively on Amazon Prime Video, which holds the broadcasting rights for all Six Nations teams, including Wales. Viewers can subscribe to Amazon Prime Video for £8.99 per month or sign up for a 30-day free trial to enjoy the summer games without any charge. The service is available on smart TVs, games consoles, and can be accessed through the Amazon Prime application.
Gregor Townsend, Scotland’s head coach, has opted for some experimentation in the team lineup. Only two players, Matt Fagerson and Darcy Graham, have retained their places from the previous match against Italy. Notably, experienced fly-half Finn Russell will be leading the team out for the first time, a move that has received positive feedback from supporters.
On the other side, France has also made significant adjustments to their squad. Coach Fabien Galthie has included three fresh faces, including 20-year-old Emilien Gallieton and Louis Bielle-Biarrey, who have impressed during training and earned their first senior caps. Paul Boudehent, previously featured at under-20 level, will also have a chance to prove his worth in the absence of Anthony Jelonch.
The confirmed starting XV for Scotland includes Blair Kinghorn, Darcy Graham, Huw Jones, Sione Tuipulotu, and Duhan Van Der Merwe in the backline. Finn Russell will captain the team, partnering with scrum-half Ben White. The forward pack comprises Pierre Schoeman, Ewan Ashman, Zander Fagerson, Richie Gray, Grant Gilchrist, Matt Fagerson, Hamish Watson, and Jack Dempsey.
France’s lineup features Brice Dulin, Louis Bielle-Biarrey, Emilien Gailleton, Yoram Moefana, and Ethan Dumortier in the backline. Matthieu Jalibert will play as fly-half, with Batiste Couilloud as scrum-half. The pack includes Yoan Tanga, Sekou Macalou, Paul Boudehent, Bastien Chalureau, Cameron Woki, Demba Bamba, Pierre Bourgarit, and Jean-Baptiste Gros.
With both teams eager for victory, the clash between Scotland and France promises to be an intriguing encounter. Scotland will be hoping to exact revenge for their previous loss and continue their preparations for the highly anticipated Rugby World Cup. Fans across the globe will be eagerly watching as these two teams battle it out on the field, hoping for an exciting and fiercely contested match.
