France coach Fabien Galthie has introduced Temo Matiu to the squad for his first cap and moved Charles Ollivon to number eight for Saturday's decisive Six Nations match against England. The team seeks to secure the championship title, currently level on points with Scotland but with a superior points difference.
Anthony Jelonch will miss the game due to concussion, and Oscar Jegou is suspended, necessitating tactical changes. Francois Cros will start on the flank alongside debutant Matiu. Ollivon's shift allows the return of lock pairing Thibaud Flament and Emmanuel Meafou.
In the midfield, Pierre-Louis Barassi steps in for the injured Nicolas Depoortere, partnering Yoram Moefana at center. France aims for a strong finish to the tournament against their longstanding rivals.