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The GREATEST Opening Match Ever?! 🤩 | France v New Zealand | Rugby World Cup 2023

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The GREATEST Opening Match Ever?! 🤩 | France v New Zealand | Rugby World Cup 2023

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The GREATEST Opening Match Ever?! 🤩 | France v New Zealand | Rugby World Cup 2023

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Rugby World Cup 2023Ardie SaveaFranceNew ZealandAntoine DupontWorld RugbyStade De FranceParis

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500 days before the action is set to get underway in Australia at Rugby World Cup 2027, rewatch the unforgettable opening clash between France and New Zealand in 2023 at the Stade de France in Paris. Legends took to the field in a showdown for the ages to set the tone for what was set to be one of the greatest sporting tournaments in history. Les Bleus hoped to be guided by their superstar maverick, Antoine Dupont, while the All Blacks were captained by soon-to-be player of the year, Ardie Savea. This is a match you absolutely must re-live...

00:00 - Lineups
00:28 - First Half
05:15 - Second Half

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