Published 19 days ago

Second-string France struggles to beat feisty Uruguay at Rugby World Cup

France faced a tough challenge from Uruguay in their Rugby World Cup match, but managed to secure a 27-12 victory. The French team made several changes to their lineup, which affected their performance.
Despite the victory, the French performance was not well received by the spectators. The crowd expressed their disappointment through whistles and boos at the end of the match. This indicates that the expectations of the crowd were not met.
The match was a closely contested affair, with Uruguay showing great determination. The French team struggled at times, especially after a yellow card and leading only 13-5 at halftime. However, they managed to dig deep and secure the win.

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Associated Press News

Second-string France struggles to beat feisty Uruguay at Rugby World Cup

LILLE, France (AP) — A week after France was lionized for dispatching New Zealand, its second string was whistled and booed after a second-rate win against Uruguay on Thursday.

19 days ago·United States

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Second-string France overcome valiant Uruguay at Rugby World Cup

Hosts France followed up their opening-night triumph over the All Blacks with an underwhelming defeat of Uruguay in their second World Cup match on Thursday, missing out on bonus points as they struggled past a spirited South American side.

19 days ago·Australia

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Winnipeg Free Press

Second-string France struggles to beat feisty Uruguay at Rugby World Cup

LILLE, France (AP) — After a clinical display against New Zealand, France was way less convincing against Uruguay. The French won 27-12 on Thursday against a spirited Los Teros who […]

19 days ago·Winnipeg, Canada

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Eurosport

France 27-12 Uruguay: Rugby World Cup hosts overcome dogged South American opponents to claim second win of tournament

"France beat Uruguay 27-12 at Stade Pierre-Mauroy in Lille to make it two wins from two in the Rugby World Cup. Fabien Galthie made 12 changes to his team following their 37-13 win over New Zealand in their opening match of the 2023 Rugby World Cup. Next up for France is a match against Namibia next Thursday. Uruguay face Italy next Wednesday and then Namibia the week after."

19 days ago

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Washington Top News

Second-string France struggles to beat feisty Uruguay at Rugby World Cup

LILLE, France (AP) — A week after France was lionized for dispatching New Zealand, its second string was whistled and booed after a second-rate win against Uruguay on Thursday. While the underwhelming 27-12 result moved France closer to the Rugby World Cup quarterfinals, the performance was a step backwards in the face of a spirited Uruguay which fought magnificently. The 49,000 spectators at Stade Pierre Mauroy, more accustomed to soccer than r…

19 days ago·Washington, United States

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