France – Ireland: this terrible record that the Blues broke by losing heavily at home against Clover

The French lost at home against the Irish this Friday, February 2. MAXPPP – Andrew Matthews

The Blues lost heavily against Ireland (17-38) this Friday, February 2, it was the first defeat since 1914.

The XV of France fell heavily in Marseille against Ireland (17-38) this Friday February 2. A first in Marseille since 2009 and a defeat against New Zealand (12-39).

Since 1914

This home slap for the Blues is the most significant received since… April 13, 1914, for a 39-13 loss. It was in Colombes, at the Stade du Matin at the time. The Tricolores had conceded nine tries. Note that a year earlier, the Blues were defeated by… Ireland, 24-0.