Italy 10 France 50France scored seven tries to start their Six Nations campaign with a comprehensive 50-10 victory over Italy in Rome. Outhalf Matthieu Jalibert kicked 15 points as Italy suffered a 28th consecutive Six Nations defeat. Jalibert added the conversion and then kicked a 35-metre penalty to give France a 10-0 lead after 11 minutes. Dupont’s clever 27th-minute chip allowed Fickou to claim the simplest of scores and Jalibert added the extras. Dupont returned the favour to set up Thomas two minutes later and Jalibert added a sixth conversion before Italy wing Sperandio broke down the right to give the Azzurri some cheer.

Source: The Irish Times February 06, 2021 16:18 UTC