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If this was a prelude to what awaits us in France in September and October, the world is in for a treat. A helter-skelter game of attacking ambition, defensive fragility and — from Scotland at least — some rank indiscipline finished in the expected outcome, the visitors having been excellent either side of a midsection which Fabien Galthié’s side thoroughly dominated.
A late Thomas Ramos penalty saw France past the Scots on a scoreline of 30-27.
Thomas Ramos kicked over a late penalty to hand France an unconvincing 30-27 win over Scotland that left questions around the World Cup hosts.
White has been left out of the squad set to take on a strong Les Bleus side in Saint-Etienne on Saturday.
The Tipperary man was impressive in the Scots’ win over Italy on Saturday.