France Thrash Wales 54-12 in Cardiff – Six Nations Shockwave
France delivered an unstoppable performance in Cardiff, dismantling Wales 54-12 and leaving a stark reminder of the gulf between the sides in this year’s Six Nations. From the opening whistle, it was clear the visitors were in complete control. Les Bleus, fueled by a chorus of traveling supporters, struck within the first two minutes, setting the tone for a match that would turn into a masterclass in precision, speed and ruthless efficiency.
Théo Attissogbe stole the show, scoring twice, while Emilien Gailleton, Fabien Brau-Boirie, Louis Bielle-Biarrey, Matthieu Jalibert, Julien Marchand and Charles Ollivon each crossed the try line. Thomas Ramos contributed 14 points with the boot, ensuring France not only won but set a record for points scored against Wales in Cardiff, surpassing the previous 51-point record set in 1998.
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For Wales, the day was a harsh reality check. Rhys Carre and Mason Grady managed tries for the home side, but the defensive lapses and inability to contain France’s backline were evident throughout. Under head coach Steve Tandy, Wales have now conceded 302 points and 42 tries across just six matches, with this latest defeat marking their 13th consecutive Six Nations loss. Their record at home continues to deteriorate, with four years since a Cardiff victory in the tournament.
The atmosphere in the Principality Stadium reflected the turmoil on the field. Officially, 57,744 attended, marking the lowest Six Nations crowd in Cardiff outside of the Covid era. Empty seats and French chants dominated, highlighting growing apathy among Welsh supporters amid rising ticket prices, internal club disputes and a string of disappointing results.
France’s dominance was built on a remarkable blend of youth and experience. Despite missing some of their seasoned centres, their under-23 three-quarter line showcased skill and composure far beyond their years. The visitors’ offloading game, tactical kicking and relentless pace left Wales scrambling and every attempted comeback was swiftly countered with precision execution.
Looking ahead, France remain unbeaten and are now firmly in control of the Grand Slam race. Wales, on the other hand, face the challenge of regrouping quickly, with a tough match against Scotland looming in six days. The contrast between the two sides underscores broader concerns for Welsh rugby, from player development to fan engagement and raises questions about how they can compete against Europe’s elite.
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