France Dominates Wales in Six Nations 2025 Opening Match

A Strong Start for France

France began their Six Nations 2025 campaign with an impressive performance against Wales, taking a commanding lead of 28 to 0 early in the second half. The match, held at Stade de France on January 31, marked the return of key players, fueling the team's ambition to reclaim the title.

The Return of Ntamack and Dupont

One of the biggest highlights of the match was the comeback of Romain Ntamack. The fly-half, sidelined due to a knee injury before the 2023 Rugby World Cup, made his long-awaited return. Partnering with Antoine Dupont, who missed the 2024 tournament to focus on the Olympic Sevens, the duo aimed to restore France's dominance in the competition. Their previous collaboration led to a Grand Slam victory in 2022.

For more details on France’s team composition, visit France TV Info.

French Supremacy Over Wales

Since 2019, France has dominated their encounters with Wales, securing six consecutive victories. This winning streak has erased memories of their struggles between 2012 and 2019, when they managed only one win against the Welsh team. France’s recent form has been impressive, scoring over 40 points in their last two meetings.

Wales Struggling to Rebuild

Wales, once a dominant force with Six Nations titles in 2019 and 2021, has been struggling in recent years. Their aggressive defensive style, which once made them a benchmark in European rugby, has failed to yield positive results. The team has not won an international match since defeating Georgia in the 2023 Rugby World Cup.

Their poor performance in the 2024 Six Nations saw them finish last, earning the unwanted “wooden spoon.” Wales is now looking to end a 12-match losing streak and regain some of their former strength.

Read more about the Six Nations history and team performances at France TV Info.

What’s Next for France and Wales

With this dominant start, France is well-positioned to challenge for the Six Nations title. Their next matches will be crucial in determining whether they can reclaim the championship. Meanwhile, Wales must regroup quickly to avoid another disappointing campaign.

For updates on France’s Six Nations journey and the full match analysis, visit France TV Info.