It has been clear over the past two years that France are a team on the up as we head towards their home World Cup next year.
But so far, they have nothing tangible to show for their progress and the beautiful rugby they have been playing. Yes, they have beaten the All Blacks and won every game so far in this Six Nations, but they are yet to win the title that serves notice that they are contenders for rugby’s biggest prize in 2023.
