France look to experience for boost

France coach Bernard Laporte hopes the recall of veterans Raphael Ibanez and Olivier Magne will provide a much-needed boost in morale ahead of Saturday’s RBS 6 Nations Championship clash against Ireland in Paris.

Les Bleus suffered a shock 20-16 loss to Scotland at Murrayfield in their tournament opener and are desperate to restore some credibility after such a disappointing performance last Sunday.