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Highlights: England 23-20 France

Maro Itoje scores the winning try 13/3/2021
Maro Itoje struck late as England ended France’s Guinness Six Nations Grand Slam hopes with a 23-20 victory at Twickenham.

Maro Itoje struck late as England ended France’s Guinness Six Nations Grand Slam hopes with a 23-20 victory at Twickenham.

Itoje ploughed over for his third England score in the 76th minute, denying France a first away win at Twickenham since 2005 and the prospect of a showdown with fellow Grand Slam-chasers Wales on Super Saturday.

Antoine Dupont gave France the perfect start with his second-minute try, while Damian Penaud’s Try of the Championship contender gave the visitors a 17-13 half-time lead.

Anthony Watson scored on his 50th cap as England kept in touch in the first half, while Owen Farrell’s three penalties ensured Itoje’s rare try was a match-winning score.

Here are the highlights from the contest.