Rugby World Cup QF: France vs. South Africa Betting Analysis
The standout match at the Rugby World Cup so far comes from the Stade de France on Sunday, as the reigning world champions South Africa, take on the outright favorites to win the crown, France.
France vs. South AfricaPicks
Pick: France (-138)
Both sides will be confident of keeping their World Cup dream alive, but which nation will make it through to the last four? You can find the latest France vs South Africa betting analysis and our Rugby World Cup picks here.
France vs. South Africa Information
France vs South Africa
Location of the Game: Stade de France, Paris, France.
Date and Time: Sunday, October 15. 3:00 PM ET.
How to Watch: Peacock
Recent Scores
- The France vs South Africa betting analysis shows that this will be the 46th meeting between the countries. South Africa holds a clear advantage on the head-to-head, having landed 27 wins compared to 12 wins for France.
- However, the Springbok’s seven-match winning run against France was ended at the Stade Velodrome last November, with the French landing a 30-26 success.
France vs. South Africa Betting Analysis
France Preview
The expectation that comes with being the host nation of a World Cup has taken France’s performances to a new level this year. Last year’s Six Nations champions have been building for matches like this for the last five years, and the ultimate test will come in Paris against the reigning champions.
France have already risen to the occasion at their home tournament this year, with their standout victory coming against New Zealand on the opening night. However, they have been forced to deploy slightly different tactics throughout the pool stage due to the absence of Antoine Dupont. But, the star man returns for this match with destiny for the French on Sunday, and a lot will be on the shoulders of one of the world’s best players.
South Africa Preview
South Africa will be aware of what it takes to go deep at the World Cup, having passed every challenge when winning the tournament four years ago. They have dominated previous showdowns against the French, having won seven on the bounce against their European rivals before falling to defeat in Marseille last November.
Still, that remains their only defeat against France since the start of 2010. The Springboks eventually settled for second in Pool B, with their only defeat coming against Ireland. However, their defensive record ensures that they remain a key contender in the race for the title, as they allowed just 34 points in the opening stage of the tournament.
Updates
Antoine Dupont’s return to fitness is the key French update, as the captain returned to full training in midweek following a broken cheekbone injury against Namibia in late September. Malcolm Max remains out for South Africa.
France vs. South Africa Betting Preview
The Rugby World Cup betting odds show France as the narrow favorites for victory at -138. A South Africa win is priced up at +125, while the draw is the outside selection at +1800.
Over 44 match points could be a prominent selection after examining the Rugby World Cup stats, and that is priced up at +100.
France vs. South Africa Betting Prediction
This is a stunning showdown in the final eight of the Rugby World Cup, and the France vs South Africa betting analysis only highlights how closely these sides match up.
However, the return to fitness of Dupont is hugely significant from a French perspective. The nation is yet to lose a home test match with their skipper, and that could be a trend to follow this weekend in a thrilling showdown for a semi-final spot.
- Pick: France (-138)
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