France will be aiming to preserve their flawless record in the 2025 Guinness Women’s Six Nations as they chase a seventh title in the competition’s history.
Les Bleues head into this weekend full of confidence after stringing together two convincing wins, including a commanding 38-15 triumph over Scotland in front of a raucous La Rochelle crowd last time out. The French side, guided by co-coaches Gaëlle Mignot and David Ortiz, has shown real cohesion and flair so far and has opted for continuity with just one adjustment to the starting lineup.
Wales, meanwhile, are still searching for their first win of the campaign amid a transitional phase under new head coach Sean Lynn. They were outclassed 67-12 by defending champions England in front of a record home crowd in Cardiff, but will now hope to produce a shock result against the in-form French.
France vs Wales: Date and start time
The Six Nations between France and Wales will take place at the Stade Amedee-Domenech in Brive, France, on Saturday, April 12, 2025. Kick-off in Brive is set for 7:15 am ET/4:15 am PT for fans watching from the United States.
Date | Saturday, April 12, 2025 |
kick-off Time | 7:15 am ET/4:15 am PT |
Venue | Stade Amedee-Domenech |
Location | Brive, France |
How to watch France vs Wales on TV & stream live online
Streaming service: Peacock
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France vs Wales team news & starting lineups
France team news
Experienced winger Émilie Boulard is recalled to the XV, replacing Mélisande Llorens Vignéras, who misses out on selection. Boulard played a pivotal role off the bench in France’s comeback win over Ireland, injecting pace and precision as the side ran in three late tries. Up front, prop Assa Khalfaoui takes a spot on the bench, while back-rower Romane Ménager re-joins the squad after recent duty with France Sevens.
France starting lineup: 15. Morgane Bourgeois, 14. Kelly Arbey, 13. Marine Menager (co-capt), 12. Montserrat Amedee, 11. Emilie Boulard, 10. Carla Arbez, 9. Pauline Bourdon-Sansus; 1. Yllana Brosseau, 2. Manon Bigot, 3. Rose Bernadou, 4. Manae Feleu (co-capt), 5. Madouddou Fall-Raclot, 6. Charlotte Escudero, 7. Seraphine Okemba, 8. Teani Feleu.