The French fulfilled their task by achieving a fine victory against a completely overmatched Italian team, taking control of the game from the first minutes of the match, which allowed them to score three superb tries in twenty-five minutes against a powerless Italian team, thus sealing the fate of the encounter.
Despite a slight lapse just before halftime, Lièvremont’s men continued to display their rugby skills, scoring three additional tries and implementing the much-anticipated movement game since the start of the tournament.
The relaxation at the end of the match, which allowed the Italians to salvage some pride, is anecdotal.
France has demonstrated during its first four matches a genuine progression in implementing its game plan and great adaptability. It has all the tools to claim its ninth Grand Slam next Saturday against our eternal rivals, England.
