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France's Temo Matiu Makes Six Nations Debut vs England

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France have named uncapped flanker Temo Matiu to start against England in Paris this Saturday. The 24-year-old replaces Oscar Jegou, who received a four-week ban for an eye gouge during France's loss to Scotland. Matiu's selection marks a significant gamble by coach Fabien Galthie as Les Bleus chase a record eighth Six Nations title.

France's 50-40 defeat to Scotland last weekend ended their Grand Slam hopes, but they can still clinch the championship with a bonus-point victory. The match kicks off at 20:10 GMT, with England coming off their historic loss to Italy - their first ever Six Nations defeat to the Azzurri. England haven't won since the tournament's opening round.

Galthie has made three changes to France's pack, bringing in powerful Toulouse lock Emmanuel Meafou and shifting Charles Ollivon from second row to number eight. Centre Pierre-Louis Barassi replaces the injured Nicolas Depoortere. England, coached by Steve Borthwick, face an uphill battle having lost their momentum and confidence in recent weeks.