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France cruise past Wales with second-half power show

Image Cons: Arbez 4France produced a second-half power show to shrug off a resilient Wales in Cardiff.Wales led through a penalty try as they aimed to end a run of nine defeats in a row at the hands of France.But the visitors simply had too much muscle, class and know-how to be denied a comfortable 38-7 win at the Arms Park.France even survived a spell down to 13 players as Madoussou Fall Raclot hit back before seizing control through Manae Feleu, Lea Marie and player of the match Pauline Bourdon Sansus.Anais Grando added to her try last week with two late scores but it was not enough to prevent France slipping to second in the Six Nations table, behind England on points difference after the Red Roses crushed Scotland 84-7.Women’s Six Nations – Reaction as six-try France overpower WalesLynn ‘super impressed’ by Williams’ Wales leadership23 hours agoWomen’s Six Nations: Fixtures, results, standings and BBC coverage1 day agoWales were eyeing a first victory in the tournament for two years and a first over France in a decade with the scores level at half-time.They had matched Les Bleues, taking the lead through their driving lineout after France prop Yllana Brosseau was shown a yellow card.Gwenllian Pyrs spearheaded an impressive maul and France scrum-half Bourdon Sansus was lured into conceding a penalty try and a second card for the visitors in two minutes.But France not only had the nous but the power up front to emerge from the nine-minute spell with 13 players on level terms, as lock Fall Raclot finished a series of drives to score their first try.Wales, who lost Carys Cox to injury before kick-off, made some headway with fellow centre Courtney Keight and full-back Kayleigh Powell.But there was an over-reliance on the lone kicking of fly-half Lleucu George who had an off-day with the boot.In contrast, France boasted so many options, pinning Wales back time and again through Carla Arbez, Bourdon Sansus and Pauline Barrat.Wales were committed in defence against such overwhelming power as Powell and Seren Singleton – making her first Test start – provided big hits, and Kelsey Jones held up Assia Khalfaoul over the tryline to remain 7-7 at half-time.The defensive effort would take its toll as the French response in the second half was inevitable and immediate.Captain Feleu and scrum-half Bourdon Sansus pulled the strings to ensure France swiftly took control.Each scored a try, as well as creating another for wing Murie in the space of 13 devastating minutes.Wales, to their immense credit, refused to buckle as Singleton and Jenna De Vera, just moments after taking the field for her Test debut, pulled off try-saving tackles.But Grando crossed twice late on to inflict a scoreline that did not reflect Welsh effort.Wales: Powell; Singleton, Dallavalle, Keight, Joyce; George, Lockwood; Pyrs, Jones, Tuipulotu, Aiono, Crabb, Lewis, Williams (capt), King.Replacements: Reardon, Davies, Rose, John, Metcalfe, Evans, Bevan, De Vera.France: Barrat; Grando, Rousset, Vernier, Murie; Arbez, Bourdon Sansus; Brosseau, Lazarko, Khalfaoui, Zago, Fall Raclot, Berthoumieu, M Feleu (capt), L Champon.Replacements: Riffonneau, Mwayembe, Deshaye, Soqeta, Escudero, A Chambon, T Feleu.Sin bin: Brosseau (14), Bourdon Sansus (15)Referee: Robbie Jenkinson (IRFU)Assistants: Precious Pazani (ZRU),Emily Hope (RFU)TMO: Estelle Whaiapu (NZR)Related topicsWales SportRugby Union

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Bayern keen on Villa’s Rogers – Sunday’s gossip

Image gallerySkip to image galleryImage Source, The Daily Star On SundayImage Source, The Sunday MirrorImage Source, The Sunday ExpressImageSource, The Sunday People1 out of 4Slide 1, The Daily Star On Sunday Back Page, The Daily Star On Sunday Back Page14 minutes agoBayern Munich want Aston Villa forward Morgan Rogers. They have joined Chelsea and Manchester United as they are interested in the 23-year old England forward. Football Insider, externalEngland’s Curtis Jones is preparing to depart Liverpool this summer. Aston Villa are ready to increase their interest. Manchester City continues to prioritize a move for Newcastle United defender Tino LIVRAMENTO, 23, who is an England international. However, they are also looking at other options. Real Madrid is considering hiring former Benfica manager Jose Mourinho. Record – in Portuguese), ExternalReal Madrid will decide on the future of manager Alvaro Arbeloa at the end the season. Real Madrid is planning a major revamp of their squad this summer. France midfielder Eduardo Camavinga (23), could be leaving. The promotion of Coventry City to the Premier League will make the loan move for Nigerian midfielder Frank Onyeka from Brentford permanent. Lorient is considering Will Still, the former Lens and Southampton manager as a possible candidate for the position of manager. L’Equipe (in French), externalNapoli President Aurelio de Laurentiis brought forward a meeting to discuss Antonio Conte’s future after reports linked him with the Italy squad. (Corriere dello Sport – in Italian), externalRelated TopicsEuropean FootballPremier LeagueFootballMore about this storyLiverpool will rival Man Utd to win Wharton – Saturday’s gossip1 Day agoGet the latest news on your Premier League team12MarchAll your football quizzes all in one placeListen the latest Football Daily Podcast

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Miettinen dies in seven-car crash during Nurburgring race

Image source: Getty Images22 Minutes agoRacing Driver Juha Miettinen died after a seven car crash during the Nurburgring Langstrecken Series (NLS) qualifying in Germany on Saturday. The race was initially halted with a red-flag before it was finally suspended an hour later when the severity of the multi-car accident became apparent. The race, which attracted extra attention because Formula 1 driver Max Vertappen was there, will not be resumed on Saturday evening, according to the organizers. Race control immediately halted racing after a collision between multiple vehicles to allow for extensive recovery operations and rescue operations, the race organiser stated in a press release. “Despite the immediate arrival by emergency services, emergency medics were not able to save the driver after he was extracted from the car. The driver died in the medical center after all attempts to resuscitate him failed. “The statement also added that six drivers were taken to hospital for evaluation but none of the injuries were life-threatening. Verstappen sent his condolenscenes on social media to Miettinen, a four-time Formula 1 champion who will be participating in the 24-hour endurance event. Verstappen posted on social media that he was “shocked” by the events of today. “We all love motorsport, but times like these remind us how dangerous it can be. “I send my deepest condolences and love to Juha’s loved ones. “A minute of silence will be observed in memory of Miettinen at the grid formation on Sunday’s race. Related topicsMotorsportMore about this storyListen back to Back at Base at BBC Sounds

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Howe’s biggest Newcastle challenge yet as questions grow on his future

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We need to find a solution to win games – De Zerbi

We need to find a way to win games. – De ZerbiThis is not available where you are. There was an error. Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi feels his team deserved to win after they were denied their first league win since December due to a late equaliser. MATCH REPORT : Tottenham 2-2 Brighton Available only to UK users. Premier League13 minutes agoShare this pageAbout sharing

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Spurs’ survival hopes dealt late blow by Brighton

Tottenham’s hopes to survive in the Premier League are dealt a devastating blow late on when Georginio Rutter scores an equaliser for European hopefuls Brighton in the 95th minute.