France Edges South Africa 21-19 Behind Antoine Dupont
France secured a narrow 21-19 victory over South Africa at the Stade de France, ending a 21-year home winless drought against the Springboks.
🧠AI AnalysisPhoto: The Guardian US Sport
Key points
- France defeated South Africa 21-19 at the Stade de France
- The victory marked the first time in 21 years France beat the Springboks at home
- Antoine Dupont started in the No 10 jersey while Maxime Lucu played first receiver
France held off a furious comeback to defeat South Africa 21-19 at the Stade de France, securing their first home victory against the Springboks in 21 years. Despite struggling heavily in set-pieces, losing nearly every scrum and failing to secure lineouts, the French squad managed to defend their narrow lead for the final 30 minutes of the match.
Head coach Fabien Galthié utilized a tactical shift involving star scrum-half Antoine Dupont. Although Dupont wore the No 10 jersey, he operated in his usual position while understudy Maxime Lucu stepped into the first receiver role to manage the attack against the top-ranked visiting side.
What to watch next: How France manages its tactical lineup configurations and set-piece stability in upcoming international fixtures.
Source The Guardian US Sport — theguardian.com/sport/2026/nov/13/france-south-africa-nations-champ… ↗
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