Women's Rugby: France XV defeated by New Zealand
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The French women's rugby team suffered another difficult defeat during their tour of New Zealand. After a very complicated first encounter last week in Hamilton, where Les Bleues suffered a heavy defeat (81-12), the team hoped to show a better side of themselves during this second clash.
Facing the "Black Ferns," the French players showed much more determination and character on the pitch. Despite this collective response and a more solid defense, the French women were unable to turn the situation around against a New Zealand team that remains very powerful and efficient.
This series of international matches, the "WXV Global Series," represents a major challenge for the French squad. These confrontations against the best nations in the world allow the coaching staff to evaluate the players' level and work on weaknesses before the next major international events.
Despite these disappointing results, this tour on New Zealand soil is an important step in the preparation of the France XV. The experience gained against such opposition will be useful for progressing and strengthening team cohesion in the months to come.
Sources: Le Dauphiné Libéré
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