The Wallabies have turned their attention to France as they prepare for this week's clash at Suncorp Stadium.
The French have established themselves as one of the best in the world, claiming the Six Nations title in 2026.
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It's been five years since France has played in Australia, with the Wallabies claiming the 2-1 series in 2021.
With a bumper crowd expected in Brisbane, Rugby.com.au gives you the breakdown of everything you need to know about France.
France started the year as Six Nations champions after a wild campaign.
They looked certain to claim the title after wins over Ireland, Wales and Italy before a shock 50-40 defeat to Scotland gave hope to the chasing pack.
With the title on the line, a last-minute penalty by Thomas Ramos secured a 48-46 win over England in an instant classic.
An under-strength France began their Nations Championship with a 34-32 loss to New Zealand.
Backs
Theo Attissogbe, Fabien Brau-Boirie, Auguste Cadot, Nicolas Depoortere, Mathis Ferte, Theo Forner, Emilien Gailleton, Kalvin Gourgues, Aaron Grandidier-Nkanang, Paul Graou, Antoine Hastoy, Matthieu Jalibert, Nolann Le Garrec, Romain Ntamack, Maxime Lucu (capt), Damian Penaud, Max Spring
Forwards
Moses Alo-Emile, Hugo Auradou, Demba Bamba, Pierre Bochaton, Esteban Capilla, Sipili Falatea, Marko Gazzotti, Mickael Guillard, Oscar Jegou, Maxime Lamothe, Temo Matiu, Barnabe Massa, Peato Mauvaka, Emmanuel Meafou, Regis Montagne, Lenni Nouchi, Boris Palu, Jefferson Poirot, Alexandre Roumat, Tom Staniforth, Tevita Tatafu, Killian Tixeront, Florent Verhaeghe, Reda Wardi
The big omission from the French squad is scrumhalf Antoine Dupont, widely considered the best in the world.
Dupont was originally named but has withdrawn due to a calf injury suffered in Toulouse’s Top 14 Final win over Montpellier.
On top of Dupont, there’s a host of stars who have been rested after a massive 12 months, including freakish winger Louis Bielle-Biarrey and fullback Ramos.
Experienced forwards Charles Ollivon, Anthony Jelonch and Jean-Baptiste Gros are amongst those who have not made the trip down south.
France have a host of emerging stars after their recent dominance over the Junior World Championship who are getting their chance over the next couple of weeks.
Back rowers Oscar Jegou and Marko Gazzotti were superb in defeat to New Zealand.
Meanwhile, centres Kalvin Gourgues and Fabien Brau-Boirie are stars of the future, with Brau-Boirie another standout against the All Blacks.
Not necessarily a new face but Maxime Lucu flies under many Australian radars. He’s one of the best scrumhalves in the world, but has been stuck behind Antoine Dupont.
Fabien Galthie is one of the longest-serving coaches among the tier-one nations, having taken over in 2020.
The former French back-rower has slowly worked through the ranks and was eventually appointed assistant coach in 2019.
He succeeded Jacques Brunel the following year and his three Six Nations titles reflect his status as the most successful French coach in history with a 74% winning record.
Australia holds the edge over France, especially Down Under.
They won the last series in 2021, a thrilling 2-1 victory, and have won 19 of the 25 games in Australia.
The recent record favours the French, who have won the last three games, all at Stade de France.
However, the Wallabies have won the last seven games in Brisbane, with France last tasting success against the Aussies in the Sunshine State in 1972.
There’s a distinct connection in the form of second rowers Emmanuel Meafou and Tom Staniforth.
Meafou is considered the one that got away, playing NPC for Melbourne Rising and NSW Country Eagles. He left Australia to try and make the NFL but was quickly snatched up by French side Toulouse to join their Academy.
Five years later, Meafou was eligible for France, debuting in 2024 and the powerhouse has been a staple ever since.
Staniforth has followed a similar path, but had stints with the NSW Waratahs and ACT Brumbies before moving overseas, becoming eligible earlier this year.
1. Jefferson Poriot
2. Peato Mauvaka
3. Demba Bamba
4. Hugo Auradou
5. Emmanuel Meafou
6. Lenni Nouchi
7. Oscar Jegou
8. Marko Gazzotti
9. Maxime Lucu
10. Romain Ntameck
11. Theo Attissogbe
12. Yoram Moefana
13. Fabien Brau-Boirie
14. Aaron Grandidier-Nkanang
15. Matthieu Jalibert
