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France national rugby union team
Men’s rugby union team representing France
The France national rugby union team represents France in men's international rugby union matches. Colloquially known as Le XV de France or Les Bleus, the team is governed by the French Rugby Federation. They traditionally wear blue shirts with a Gallic rooster on the chest, white shorts and red socks in reference to the French national flag. They mostly play home matches at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis, near Paris. They compete in the annual Six Nations Championship along with England, Ireland, Italy, Scotland and Wales. France have won the tournament 28 times, and this includes winning the Grand Slam 10 times.
Also known as...
France national rugby team, France rugby union team, and France rugby team
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