France head coach Fabien Galthie said he is happy with the result after his side had to dig deep to clinch a 27-12 victory over Uruguay in their Rugby World Cup clash in Lille on Thursday.
Uruguay's performance against France in their Pool A Rugby World Cup 2023 clash captured the attention of observers who praised the South Americans.
France eventually saw off a brave Uruguay to continue their perfect start to the World Cup after grinding out a 27-12 win at Stade Pierre-Mauroy.
Springbok great Victor Matfield believes Rassie Erasmus is leaving his position as South Africa's director of rugby to take up a similar role in Ireland after the Rugby World Cup in France.
All Blacks lock Scott Barrett said the nature of their consecutive losses to South Africa and France differed, but a lack of determination was not an issue in either game.
The best teams in world rugby have descended upon France for the 2023 Rugby World Cup and players are enjoying their time.