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England vs France U20 Predictions & Tips - England backed to beat defending champions

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Last updated: 19 Jul 2024
Ralph Staniforth 19 Jul 2024
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  • England remains unbeaten in the tournament, boasting four consecutive wins.
  • France, the defending champions, have shown resilience with a spectacular semi-final win over New Zealand.
  • Both teams are expected to keep unchanged lineups for the final.
England U20 rugby
England unbeaten in the tournament; notable victories over Argentina, Fiji, South Africa, and Ireland (Getty Images)

England vs France U20 Preview


England have been the form side of the tournament to date as they've eased their way into the final. France, although they beat New Zealand in the semis, did suffer a defeat to the Baby All Blacks in the group stage.
  • England vs France U20 Preview
  • Head to Head
  • England U20 Form
  • England U20 Injuries & Team News
  • France U20 Form
  • France U20 Injuries & Team News

I am backing England to win a close one.

  • England have won their last 4 matches.
  • England won their last match against France.
  • England won the 2024 U20 Six Nations.
  • France have won 3 of their last 4 matches.
  • France are the defending World Rugby Championship winners.

Head to Head


During the 2024 U20 Six Nations earlier this year, England were convincing 45-31 winners against France.

England U20 Form


England are unbeaten at the tournament thus far, winning all four matches. They are slight favourites to beat France to the title.

England began with convincing victories over Argentina and Fiji before defeating South Africa 17-12 in very wet conditions in the final group game.

Last week, in the Cup semi-final, England proved too good for Ireland, winning the game 31-20. It was a commanding performance, particularly by the forwards who will once again look do dominate the set pieces in the final.

England U20 Injuries & Team News


England are unlikely to make too many changes to their side that are not forced by injury.

France U20 Form


France came into this World Rugby Championship as defending champions but also underdogs considering their form in 2024. However, they have been better than expected and could well defend their title.

The French cruised past Spain in their opener before losing by a point to New Zealand. Qualification was never in doubt though as they comfortably saw off Wales in the final group game.

Having to face New Zealand again, France rolled in a sublime performance, winning the semi-final with ease 55-31.

France U20 Injuries & Team News


After a very impressive semi-final showing, France could well remain unchanged.

Verdict

I am backing England to cover the -3 handicap in the World Rugby Championship final.

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