France take title with thrilling last-gasp win over England

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 4 min read 100% complete by Mike HensonMarch 14, 2026 at 11:33 PM
France take title with thrilling last-gasp win over England

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France secured the Six Nations title with a dramatic 48-46 victory over England in Paris. Thomas Ramos kicked a late penalty to win the game after Tommy Freeman's late try appeared to have given England the win. The result denied Ireland the title, which they had provisionally won earlier in the day. Despite the loss, England showed improved form after a poor Six Nations campaign, but the defeat marked their fourth in a row and completed their worst ever Six Nations performance, with only one win. Coach Steve Borthwick's future now hinges on upcoming summer fixtures, starting with a match against South Africa on July 4th. The game itself was a high-scoring affair, with France's Louis Bielle-Biarrey scoring two early tries.

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