Steve Borthwick says France national rugby union team are one of the best sides in the world as England national rugby union team prepare for a tough Six Nations Championship clash in Paris.
England have improved in recent meetings with France, but their 2026 Six Nations campaign has been disappointing with defeats to Scotland national rugby union team, Ireland national rugby union team and Italy national rugby union teamputting pressure on Borthwick.
France will also be motivated after a shock defeat to Scotland ended their hopes of a Grand Slam.
With England’s title hopes already gone, the match could be crucial for Borthwick’s future as coach, as fans and officials look for signs the team is still improving.
