Watch: The BLUNDER that cost France a historic win

July 07, 2021
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Ultimate Rugby

France suffered a heartbreaking late 23-21 defeat to the Wallabies in the first Test as their 32-year wait for an away win over Australia goes on.

In the 77th minute, Noah Lolesio had the chance to be the hero but his drop goal drifted wide of the right-hand upright. It looked as if Australia's chance had gone but France inexplicably failed to get the ball out of play from a lineout with the clock in the red.

Dylan Cretin tapped the ball back onto France's side and Teddy Iribaren was quickest to the ball. He popped the ball out to debut fullback Melvyn Jaminet who tried to pass the ball to Damian Penaud but it went straight to the deck. Tate McDermott dived on the ball to secure possession for the Wallabies.