Well, where to start.
At the start of a new WC cycle why are we carrying on with 2 slow old 9s instead of giving opportunities to the younger ones.
Add to that the refusal to pick a proper 8, the only option from a scrum is now a pass – too slow at 9 & no 8 to carry.
Play your 5 at 6, and 6 at 8, you lose both Curry’s speed to the breakdown and the carrying threat.
We had no attacking shape at all. 1 out, bosh. All game.
Owens needs to ref the offside line. He allowed France a 2 metre head start every time – France (Edwards) we’re savvy enough to pick up on it.
T-MO had a shocker.
Cowan Dickie should have seen a Red -shocking late shoulder to the neck/head.
That French try was a clear knock on,as well as both chasers in front of the kicker.
Didn’t even check the grounding of Kruis. Looked good live, and the fact the French TV director didn’t show replays suggests something!!
I’m actually glad the French are starting to play well (deja vu??) though. Good for the game.