But only for now...

This match was only part one of today's rugby league double-header - part two, with France's men taking on England, can be found here.

See you over there.

Phil Cartwright
BBC Sport

England proved far too strong for France in Toulouse, scoring eight tries in a dominant 42-0 victory.

Wigan winger Anna Davies crossed either side of half-time, while fellow international debutant Georgie Hetherington touched down in the first half.

Amy Hardcastle, Zoe Harris, Paige Travis, Eboni Partington and Emily Rudge were England's other try-scorers as they continued their undefeated record against France in women's internationals.

Teenager Isabel Rowe, another player handed her debut, converted five of England's eight scores.

You can read more of Phil's report on the BBC Sport website shortly.

Paul Cooke
Former England international on SuperLeague+

Job done for England. Lots to improve on for both teams. England were a bit scrappy towards the end of the first half. France just lacked that bit of quality and cutting edge to hurt England.

Amy Hardcastle was named player of the match. She was an absolute wrecking ball, especially in the first half - France had no answer.

There were a few English contenders for that prize, with Izzy Rowe and Anna Davies particularly good on their international debuts.

France cut down the number of points they conceded against England in their last meeting by one-third.

A decent result for an improving nation, who this week secured qualification for the 2026 World Cup.

Nope.

Just the eight tries for England today. A good day's work.

Final minute now.

Can England add another score?

England are in the mood for a ninth try.

Emily Rudge is tackled, and angrily tells the referee that there was an illegal rip from the French player.

The ref isn't interested.

Ooooh, biggest tackle of the day goes to Anna Davies who absolutely flattens Manon Samarra as the French full back tries to spark another attack.

Samarra needs a fair bit of treatment, but is sitting up. Good to see.

Into the final five minutes of a match which has proved as one-sided as we expected.

France continue to doughtily come forwards, but Anna Davies catches their kick with good skill. Another French attack safely repelled.

Well, I said England would struggle to get near the 64 points they scored last time against France.

Perhaps Stuart Barrow is reading this live text and gave his team a gee up.

Hello Stuart, if you see this.

Image source, SWPix

Isabel Rowe, after a nervy start, is looking completely at home now in this England team. A well-measured kick leaves France having to build from their own line again.

What a talent she is at just 17 years old.

This is a promising France attack. Manon Samarra charges the line from full back.

The final phase, France go for the chip kick... it does not come off. England collect the ball and France remain on nil.

Ten quickfire points have made the scoreboard look a lot healthier from an England perspective. This is much more like the margin of victory they would have wanted.

France just need to get their heads down and ensure this match does not completely run away from them.

The three starting debutants for England today - Isabel Rowe, Georgie Hetherington and Anna Davies - have all made a fine impression.

Katie Mottershead and Bella Sykes have done well as interchanges too.

England have only scored one try since the break. They would like ideally to add a few more in the remaining 22 minutes or so.

Eboni Partington tries to break the line but is stopped.

Emily Rudge breaks the French line, goes down in the goal area - but knocks on!

Replays show it was an excellent tackle by Perle Ramazeilles to save four points for her side.