What a close matchup between the Wallabies & France in Game 1 of 3 at Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane.
The French may have clinched the 1st half alone 7-15, with two superb tries coming from Gabin Villière on the left wing.
He demonstrated so much pace off their early patience upfront, especially when he was blessed with the inside ball support from Jonathan Danty in the midfield.
But it doesn’t mean the game is over yet for the Wallabies to catch up, having seen them settle in following the slow starts.
Michael Hooper was exceptional as always on the openside back row, where not only he held the French accountable with the defensively.
But he can be a great plot in the attack as well. Such an all-rounder with so much physicality & leadership if I can say a couple of words to Mick.
And how about Taniela Tupou who came off the bench at tighthead with 30 mins to go?
The best part about him is his attacking setup, as he has the reading, pace & muscle that helped Australia stay in contention.
It’s something the French found it difficult to handle on their danger zone, which hindered chances to stay ahead like it was in the first 40. Even the three-point penalty goals wasn’t enough to provide that boost they hope to close out.
Without Taniela on it wouldn’t be possible where he didn’t start Game 1 behind Allan Alaalatoa. What a way to wow in front of his Queensland Reds home fortress. 2nd Game moves to AAMI Park in Melbourne next Tuesday, as the Wallabies win 23-21 France & lead this series 1-0.
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