Summary

  • England win third successive Women's Six Nations Grand Slam

  • Red Roses have won six Women's Six Nations titles and 29 matches in a row

  • France reduced to 14 after prop Assia khalfaoui sent off in second half

  • Number eight Alex Matthews player of match after scoring two tries

  • England ran in five tries to secure 35-14 half-time lead in Bordeaux

  • 'Hostile' crowd of about 28,000 at Stade Chaban-Delmas

  1. Au revoirpublished at 19:21 British Summer Time 27 April

    FT: France 21-42 England

    So that's it, the 2024 Women's Six Nations is done and dusted.

    It was business as usual as England claimed a triple Grand Slam and you can read Al Telfer's full report from their final round win over France here.

    That's it from us for now - until next time...

    Marlie PackerImage source, Getty Images
  2. Postpublished at 19:19 British Summer Time 27 April

    FT: France 21-42 England

    England Rugby

    England head coach John Mitchell, speaking after the game: "The girls are highly driven and they deserved this.

    "What an atmosphere here. We have been speaking all competition about an arm-wrestle and we certainly got that.

    "The French girls came at us, but we didn't execute as well in the 22 [in the second half].

    "There is definitely a belief and confidence around what we are doing and that comes from the environment we are creating.

    "A lot of the girls are challenged. The standard is tough, but the girls have done an amazing job."

    On the World Cup next year: "One step at a time.

    "We set off at the start of 2024 to stay the best.

    "We threw a lot into the game physically and mentally so it looked a bit flat towards the end."

    John MitchellImage source, Getty Images
  3. 'This is phenomenal'published at 19:15 British Summer Time 27 April

    FT: France 21-42 England

    England Rugby

    England's Jess Breach, speaking to BBC One: "The crunch is what everyone wants to play in front of this hostile crowd. We will definitely learn and grow.

    "This is just phenomenal."

  4. 'A different side to France'published at 19:12 British Summer Time 27 April

    FT: France 21-42 England

    Sarah Bern
    Injured England prop on BBC One

    We saw a different side to France. They had a red card and they actually fought back.

    In previous years they have looked beaten so it was great to see.

  5. 'Happy to silence the French'published at 19:09 British Summer Time 27 April

    FT: France 21-42 England

    England Rugby

    England full-back Ellie Kildunne speaking to BBC One: "It was incredible and hats off to the forwards.

    "It was an easy day for the backs, I am so happy to silence the French."

  6. Crowning momentpublished at 19:05 British Summer Time 27 April

    FT: France 21-42 England

    The picture all England fans want to see...

    England celebrateImage source, Getty Images
  7. 'I couldn't be prouder'published at 19:02 British Summer Time 27 April

    FT: France 21-42 England

    England Rugby

    England's half-backs Natasha Hunt and Holly Aitchison speaking to BBC One.

    Hunt, said: "So much has happened and this group means so much to me. My journey has been spoken about a lot so to own it and do it with this girl [Holly Aitchison] is incredible.

    On the second half: "We knew and we talked in the week about being in an arm-wrestle. For us it was about wrestling momentum back and the girls were unreal and stuck in the fight. I couldn't be prouder."

    Aitchison, added: "We have worked so hard this campaign and how we can make ourselves better and we have shown that today."

  8. 'We love playing in front of crowds like this'published at 18:57 British Summer Time 27 April

    FT: France 21-42 England

    England Rugby

    England player of the match Alex Mathews: "In the second half we were uncomfortable.

    "We lost our connection, but to still pull together and get the win is brilliant."

    On the crowd: "We love it and whether they are cheering or booing we love playing in front of crowds like this."

    On team morale: "One of our values is bond so those moments off the pitch bring us closer, it helps to get results like that!"

  9. 'We are well and truly into a John Mitchell era'published at 18:54 British Summer Time 27 April

    FT: France 21-42 England

    England Rugby

    England captain Marlie Packer, speaking to BBC One: "Super proud of all the girls.

    "We have been building as a group on and off the pitch. We are well and truly into a John Mitchell era - we will keep growing as a group.

    "What an amazing atmosphere and quite hostile, but it means we can turn it up when we need to.

    "We have a smile our faces but we are not celebrating like we have won a Grand Slam.

    "It means everything, but I am lifting it with the girls I am not on my own.

    "It has taken a squad effort not just as coaches and players, but from the backroom staff as well."

  10. 'Every player had to stand up'published at 18:51 British Summer Time 27 April

    FT: France 21-42 England

    Maggie Alphonsi
    2014 England World Cup winner on BBC One

    That was a physical battle and every player had to stand up and put in a performance.

    Alex Matthews was outstanding and so was Zoe Aldcroft - the list goes on.

    This side has so much composure and they are aiming to build. Winning a Grand Slam in France is how you build character and this squad is growing.

  11. Watch: Matthews doubles her tallypublished at 18:48 British Summer Time 27 April

    FT: France 21-42 England

    Alex Matthews was named player of the match and here's a look at her second try of the game...

    Media caption,

    Womens Six Nations: Alex Matthews scores try for England

  12. 'England had a test today'published at 18:46 British Summer Time 27 April

    FT: France 21-42 England

    Katy Daley-Mclean
    Former England captain on BBC One

    France in moments were brilliant, but in other moments they had their heads in their hands.

    England had a test today.

  13. The numbers don't liepublished at 18:45 British Summer Time 27 April

    FT: France 21-42 England

    Here we are then, the final table of the 2024 Women's Six Nations.

    England won all five games to seal another Grand Slam, while France finished a commendable second.

    Wales pick up the Wooden Spoon despite a thrilling win over Italy, who finished fifth.

    Ireland came third and Scotland ended their campaign in fourth.

    Six Nations tableImage source, BBC Sport
  14. Postpublished at 18:42 British Summer Time 27 April

    FT: France 21-42 England

    Brian Moore
    Former England hooker on BBC One

    The most pleasing for England is they have been able to play with more precision.

    They have a better attacking platform and that is the big advance for them this season.

  15. Full-time - France 21-42 Englandpublished at 18:40 British Summer Time 27 April

    Alex Matthews of England breaks through to score her team's sixth tryImage source, Getty Images

    England have won the Grand Slam for a third year in a row.

    Was it ever in doubt?

  16. Postpublished at 79 mins

    France 21-42 England

    Into the final minute, England are home and hosed for a third consecutive Grand Slam but they will want to finish strong.

    Get the champagne on ice (other drinks are available)...

  17. Postpublished at 76 mins

    France 21-42 England

    France, backed by their tireless fans, are over again but they are held up.

    England's defence has been so impressive and they can clear their lines again.

  18. 'Matthews had a walk in'published at 18:35 British Summer Time 27 April

    France 21-42 England

    Katy Daley-Mclean
    Former England captain on BBC One

    All England from the restart.

    Ellie Kildunne with good strength tying in three defenders, Alex Matthews had a walk in.

  19. try

    Converted Try - France 21-42 Englandpublished at 73 mins

    Alex Matthews (con Holly Aitchison)

    Marine Menager (C) celebrates after scoring the team's third tryImage source, Getty Images

    Don't poke the bear.

    England have not really landed a shot in the second half but they respond well to France's try with a second score by Alex Matthews.

    It comes from the scrum before the ball is recycled and moved into midfield, where Matthews is on hand to run through.

    Holly Aitchison maintains her 100% record for the game to convert.

  20. 'Vernier has been awesome'published at 18:31 British Summer Time 27 April

    France 21-35 England

    Katy Daley-Mclean
    Former England captain on BBC One

    Marine Menager (C) celebrates after scoring the team's third tryImage source, Getty Images

    That lady Gabrielle Vernier has been awesome.

    Once France's backs are in behind England they are able to capitalise.