France vs South Africa: Autumn Nations Series LIVE scores

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France vs South Africa: LIVE scores 

France vs South Africa scores from Flashscore.

Team news

France vs South Africa: The were forced to make a late change after Jasper Wiese had been withdrawn from the squad.

Erasmus explained that Wiese had a suspected concussion. As a result, Kwagga Smith has been promoted from the replacements to the No 8 jersey.

Deon Fourie has been called up to the bench.

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“We were waiting on Jasper to pass the required concussion protocols. Given the late decision, we though it made sense to select Deon on the bench,” said Erasmus.

“We didn’t foresee Jasper not being available, as we thought he had a very good chance to play. But this is the first time we encountered such a situation and with these concussion protocols I’m sure it will happen more going forward.

“We opted for Kwagga because he is an out-and-out No 8, and when we train, he is our second choice No 8. Over and above that he can cover a few positions.”

What to expect

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Of the challenge France posed, Erasmus said: “They kick a lot, and they have a lot of belief in what they do. They also have a good coach and young team that remains steady when things go well or not, so it is going to be a good test for us.”

Kolisi shared Erasmus’ views: “I think the physicality is going to be the biggest aspect this weekend. Both teams are physical, and France, in particular, know what they are good at, and they do those things well. They also know how to impose their plan on opposition teams.

“We’ll certainly try to match that. The scrums and lineouts are going to be important aspects of this game, so it is going to be a tough match.”

France vs South Africa teams

France: 15 Thomas Ramos; 14 Damian Penaud, 13 Gael Fickou, 12 Jonathan Danty, 11 Yoram Moefana; 10 Romain Ntamack, 9 Antoine Dupont (captain); 8 Gregory Alldritt, 7 Charles Ollivon, 6 Anthony Jelonch; 5 Thibaud Flament, 4 Cameron Woki; 3 Uini Atonio, 2 Julien Marchand, 1 Cyril Baille

Replacement: 16 Peato Mauvaka, 17 Reda Wardi, 18 Sipili Falatea, 19 Romain Taofifenua, 20 Bastien Chalureau, 21 Sekou Macalou, 22 Maxime Lucu, 23 Matthieu Jalibert

South Africa: 15 Willie le Roux, 14 Cheslin Kolbe, 13 Jesse Kriel, 12 Damian de Allende, 11 Kurt-Lee Arendse, 10 Damian Willemse, 9 Faf de Klerk, 8 Kwagga Smith, 7 Pieter-Steph du Toit, 6 Siya Kolisi (captain), 5 Franco Mostert, 4 Eben Etzebeth, 3 Frans Malherbe, 2 Bongi Mbonambi, 1 Ox Nche.

Replacements: 16 Malcolm Marx, 17 Steven Kitshoff, 18 Vincent Koch, 19 Marvin Orie, 20 Deon Fourie, 21 Cobus Reinach, 22 Manie Libbok, 23 Makazole Mapimpi.

France vs South Africa: match information

Date: Saturday, November 12

Venue: Stade Vélodrome, France

Kick-off: 21.00 (22.00 South African time; 20.00 GMT)

Expected weather: Periods of clouds and sun, with a gentle breeze. High of 21°HC and a low of 13°C

Referee: Wayne Barnes (England)

Assistant referees: Karl Dickson (England) & Christophe Ridley (England)

TMO: Brian MacNeice (Ireland)