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France edge out England 33-31 in thriller to grab second place

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LYON, France : Thomas Ramos landed a last-minute penalty to give France a 33-31 victory over England in the final match of the Six Nations on Saturday and secure a second-place finish behind Ireland who had earlier retained the title with victory over Scotland.

Rugby Union - Six Nations Championship - France v England - Groupama Stadium, Lyon, France - March 16, 2024 England's Tommy Freeman scores a try REUTERS/Denis Balibouse

Rugby Union - Six Nations Championship - France v England - Groupama Stadium, Lyon, France - March 16, 2024 France's Thomas Ramos scores a penalty goal REUTERS/Denis Balibouse France surged into an early 16-3 lead after a try for Nolann Le Garrec and the goal-kicking of Ramos but two tries by Ollie Lawrence either side of halftime edged England ahead before tries by Leo Barre and Gael Fickou gave France a 30-24 lead.

Tommy Freeman crossed to put England ahead and dreaming of a first win in Paris since 2016 but Ramos's last-gasp penalty secured victory for the hosts. We know it's a hassle to switch browsers but we want your experience with CNA to be fast, secure and the best it can possibly be.

 

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