Disappointment swept across the Aviva Stadium on Sunday as Ireland were beaten in their own backyard following a ruthless English display, led by captain Chris Robshaw.
It was a war of attrition on a rain-drenched pitch and the Red Rose handled the conditions - and the pressure - better than their more experienced opponents.
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France began the Six Nations as one of the tournament favourites yet after just their first home game they face a stiff task to avoid the wooden spoon.
In a word France's performance in Saturday's 16-6 defeat to Wales was lamentable.
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