France hold nerve to edge past South Africa in thriller
According to BBC Sport, France secured a 21-19 victory over world champions South Africa at the Stade de France in Paris. Inspired by captain Antoine Dupont, the hosts scored three first-half tries through Aaron Grandidier-Nkanang, Theo Attissogbe, and Louis Bielle-Biarrey. Despite a 20-minute red card for Jasper Wiese, the Springboks fought back in the second half with tries from Cobus Reinach and Malcolm Marx. However, a missed conversion by Manie Libbok proved costly, allowing France to hold on for the win. The result significantly boosts France's chances of reaching the Nations Championship final while denting South Africa's hopes.