France Dominates Italy in Record-Breaking Six Nations Victory
France delivered a commanding performance in Rome, thrashing Italy 73-24 in a high-scoring Six Nations clash at the Stadio Olimpico. The visitors ran in 11 tries, showcasing their attacking prowess and bouncing back emphatically from their narrow defeat to England in the previous round. Captain Antoine Dupont was instrumental, scoring two tries, while fullback Leo Barre also crossed the line twice. Other try-scorers included Louis Bielle-Biarrey, Theo Attissogbe, and Pierre-Louis Barassi, with Thomas Ramos contributing eight conversions.
Italy started brightly, with Tommaso Menoncello opening the scoring early, but they were unable to match France’s relentless intensity. Despite moments of brilliance, including a try from Paolo Garbisi, the hosts were overwhelmed by France’s power and precision. The French forwards dominated the set-pieces, while their backs exploited gaps in Italy’s defence with clinical efficiency.
The victory revives France’s Six Nations title hopes, setting up a crucial showdown with unbeaten Ireland in Dublin on 8 March. Italy, meanwhile, will need to regroup ahead of their next match against England. France’s 73-point haul marks their highest-ever score in the Six Nations, underlining their status as one of the tournament’s most formidable sides.
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