France Dominates Argentina: Unbeaten Champions of the Autumn Nations Series – Planet Rugby Insights
France Dominates Argentina in Autumn Nations Series
France completed an unbeaten Autumn Nations Series with a 37-23 win against Argentina in Paris.
Match Overview
France took an early lead with a try from Thibaud Flament. Argentina responded through Tomas Albornoz’s three penalties, while Thomas Ramos added two for France, making the score 13-9. France then surged ahead with Gabin Villiere’s try and a penalty try, supported by another Ramos penalty, ending the first half with a 21-point lead.
In the second half, Argentina improved, scoring tries from Thomas Gallo and Ignacio Ruiz, but could not close the gap. Louis Bielle-Biarrey sealed the victory for France.
Key Moments
Julian Montoya’s yellow card for a foul on Jean-Baptiste Gros left Argentina at a disadvantage. France capitalized on this to gain control. After Villiere’s try, a crucial mistake by Juan Martin Gonzalez allowed France to secure a penalty try.
Final Results
Argentina did score again through Ruiz, but the game ended in favor of France, reflecting their strong performance throughout the series.
Team Lineups
France:
- Jean-Baptiste Gros
- Peato Mauvaka
- Uini Atonio
- Thibaud Flament
- Emmanuel Meafou
- Francois Cros
- Paul Boudehent
- Charles Ollivon
- Antoine Dupont
- Thomas Ramos
- Louis Bielle-Biarrey
- Yoram Moefana
- Gael Fickou
- Gabin Villiere
- Leo Barre
Argentina:
- Thomas Gallo
- Julian Montoya
- Joel Sclavi
- Guido Petti
- Pedro Rubiolo
- Pablo Matera
- Juan Martin Gonzalez
- Joaquin Oviedo
- Gonzalo Garcia
- Tomas Albornoz
- Bautista Delguy
- Matias Moroni
- Lucio Cinti
- Rodrigo Isgro
- Juan Cruz Mallia
Match Officials
- Referee: Luke Pearce (RFU)
- Assistant Referees: Andrea Piardi (FIR), Morné Ferreira (SARU)
- TMO: Ian Tempest (RFU)