Six Nations, France’s clear home defeat to Ireland
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Six Nations, sharp home defeat of France with Ireland'Ireland
Defeat for France in the debut match of the Six Nations rugby tournament played in Marseille.
The French national team, reduced to 14 men after the expulsion of second line Paul Willemse (32'), è was beaten by Ireland 38-17.
Andy Farrell’s team, defending champions, won the offensive bonus thanks to five goals scored by Gibson-Park, Beirne, Nash, Sheehan and Kelleher.
A night to forget for Galthiè’s team; which on very rare occasions during the game showed that it could get close to its opponents.
