France delivered a record-breaking performance in Cardiff, dismantling Wales 54-12 in the Six Nations. Les Bleus scored eight tries, with Emilien Gailleton, Louis Bielle-Biarrey, Fabien Brau-Boirie, Matthieu Jalibert, Julian Marchand, Theo Attissogbe (two), and Charles Ollivon crossing the line. Fly-half Thomas Ramos converted seven of eight attempts, helping France surpass their previous record of 51 points against Wales.

Wales struggled throughout, conceding their fifth 40-point loss in six games under Steve Tandy. The match drew an official attendance of 57,744, the lowest for a Six Nations fixture in Cardiff. France's dominance was evident from the opening minute when Gailleton scored after just 90 seconds, following Antoine Dupont's brilliant pass. Despite a brief response from Wales through Rhys Carre's try, France secured the bonus point before halftime and continued their onslaught in the second half.

The comprehensive victory extends France's Six Nations title defense and keeps their Grand Slam hopes alive. For Wales, the defeat extends their winless streak to 11 matches since 2023. Tandy acknowledged the need for continued development, stating there's 'no quick fix' for his team's challenges. France's performance showcased their depth and attacking prowess, with Jalibert earning player of the match honors for his influential display.