Japan fully deserved the memorable draw they claimed in Paris as France turned in another disappointing display on home soil.
A France XV could not improve on the first team's poor form as they were also beaten by New Zealand on Tuesday.
France coach Guy Noves has welcomed Mathieu Bastareaud back into the national team after two years out of the side.
What the next France squad will tell you about the relationship between head coach Guy Noves and FFR president Bernard Laporte
Three rounds in, the Top 14 is emerging as one of rugby’s most competitive and exciting leagues.
Champions Clermont Auvergne fell to a second defeat of the Top 14 season, thrashed 51-20 by last season's table-toppers La Rochelle.
Champions Clermont Auvergne fell to a second defeat of the Top 14 season, thrashed 51-20 by last season's table-toppers La Rochelle.
