Wales vs France
Wales and log leaders France meet at the Principality Stadium in this crucial round four match in the Guinness Six Nations. The hosts and defending champions Wales find themselves in fifth position with five points while France are three points clear at the top of the table with 13 points. Wales need a minor miracle to challenge for the title but they can still have a big say as to who is crowned champion. Wales lost their last match 23-19 away to England but the scoreline does not tell the story as they were 17-0 down at halftime and launched an incredible fightback in the second half.
TIP: They will need to start better in this match as France have a deadly attacking game. Wales have won their last three home matches and will be looking to cause another upset in front of their home fans. France could take a giant step to securing their first Six Nations crown since 2010 by winning this match. If they win in this match then they play an out of form England in France in what could be the title deciding match. The bookies have the French as favourites and I also tip them for the win. The best odds on this bet are as follows: Worldsportsbetting 1.28, Playabets 1.26 and Sunbet 1.27.
HEAD TO HEAD STATS
Wales vs France
- France have won the last three matches between these sides.
- Wales have won five of the last six home matches against France.
- The last match between these sides saw France win 32-30.
Latest results for both teams
Wales lost their last match 20-17 against England while France beat Scotland 36-17 in their last match.
PREDICTION
France were brilliant in their last match against Scotland when they won 36-17 at Murrayfield. They know that beating Wales will be no easy task but will be boosted by the return of form of their captain Anton Dupont. He displayed the form that made him World Player of the year and showed that he is over the after effects of Covid. Wales will rely on Taulupe Faletau to make those barnstorming runs that he is famous for. Dan Biggar needs to have a big game for the Welsh to have any chance of an upset. I am predicting France to win a close match by eight points.
- Probable Starting XVs
Wales
15 Liam Williams, 14 Alex Cuthbert, 13 Owen Watkin, 12 Jonathan Davies, 11 Josh Adams, 10 Dan Biggar (c), 9 Tomos Williams, 8 Taulupe Faletau, 7 Josh Navidi, 6 Seb Davies, 5 Adam Beard, 4 Will Rowlands, 3 Tomas Francis, 2 Ryan Elias, 1 Gareth Thomas
France
15 Melvyn Jaminet, 14 Yoram Moefana, 13 Gael Fickou, 12 Jonathan Danty, 11 Gabin Villiere, 10 Romain Ntamack, 9 Antoine Dupont (c), 8 Gregory Alldritt, 7 Anthony Jelonch, 6 Francois Cros, 5 Paul Willemse, 4 Cameron Woki, 3 Uini Atonio, 2 Julien Marchand, 1 Cyril Baille
Odds for this bet
The best odds on the French victory are as follows:
Worldsportsbetting 1.28
Playabets 1.26
Sunbet 1.27
Odds comparison on the Wales handicap :
The complete odds on the Wales handicap:
Worldsportsbetting (+10.5) 1.91
Sunbet (+9.5) 1.89
Playabets (+10.5) 1.81
Predictions and Odds in details
The match will ultimately come down to whether the Welsh pack can handle the power of the French pack. The inclusion of Josh Navidi will certainly help the home team in terms of physicality but the most important thing for Wales will be their discipline. If they prevent France from getting cheap penalties then this will be a close match. There are poor odds on the French win therefore we suggest the home team on the handicap for better returns. The best odds on this bet are as follows: Worldsportsbetting (+10.5) 1.91, Sunbet (+9.5) 1.89 and Playabets (+10.5) 1.81
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