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While the nations first met formally in May 1923, the seeds of their footballing relationship were actually sown by soldiers during World War I. British troops stationed in northern France spent their off-duty hours playing football, effectively spreading the game into major French cities. Iconic Moments in History

: In rugby, the rivalry is so intense that French coaches have used artistic retreats, such as visiting the Opéra Garnier to watch ballet, as a "rhythm reset" before facing the physical grind of an England match. Anglia - Francja

As of their most recent major meetings, England leads the historical tally, though most of their wins were concentrated in the early 20th century. England Wins France Wins Rugby (Women) Recent victory: 35-17 (2025) While the nations first met formally in May

: In the last few decades, the tide has turned. Since 1992, France has won five of their encounters, including a dramatic 2-1 victory at Euro 2004. Head-to-Head Statistics As of their most recent major meetings, England