France W Vs. Italy W Apr 2026

While France and Italy are both currently competing in UEFA World Cup qualification, they are in separate groups. France is currently fighting for the top spot in Group A3, recently tying 1-1 with the Netherlands, while Italy is in Group A1, coming off a 0-0 draw with Denmark.

The Italian side suffered from a "misfiring" lineout that prevented them from building attacking momentum, eventually settling for a late consolation try by Gaia Buso. Other 2026 Matchups France W vs. Italy W

While the final score suggests total dominance, the first half was a "stuttering" affair for the French side, which led only 5-0 at the break. Italy's physical defense successfully frustrated the hosts early on, but they were ultimately undone by their own set-piece struggles and clinical finishing from France in the second period. While France and Italy are both currently competing

Named "Player of the Match" for her relentless work rate and a second-half try that helped break the game open. Other 2026 Matchups While the final score suggests

Watch the highlights of France's clinical second-half performance against Italy in the Women's Six Nations: