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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Sarah Rendell

England seek seventh heaven in Six Nations slam decider with France

Maddie Feaunati scores her side’s final try during the Women’s Six Nations match between England and Ireland at Twickenham
England have been formidable at this Women’s Six Nations but they have yet to produce a perfect performance. Photograph: Tom Jenkins/The Observer

England are on the hunt for their seventh consecutive Women’s Six Nations title on Saturday but their toughest opponent yet in France stand in their way, who are also targeting their own grand slam success. France have been the runner-up to England in the past five Six Nations and the Red Roses have beaten their rivals in their last 14 meetings across all competitions. Twickenham will witness something special whoever wins.

The statistics stack up in England’s favour. John Mitchell’s side have been more clinical this tournament, scoring 213 points across their four victories and conceding only 29. France, meanwhile, have scored 141 and conceded 63.

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