Christchurch, New Zealand, July 4, 2026 (AFP) - Rennie 'relief' as All Blacks tenure begins with narrow win over France

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2026-07-04

Coach Dave Rennie said he felt "relief" after New Zealand edged France 34-32 in their Nations Championship opener on Saturday, his first game in charge of the All Blacks. New Zealand came from behind three times in Christchurch and then clung on to defeat an under-strength French team without any players from top sides Toulouse and Montpellier. New Zealand fired former coach Scott Robertson in January after two lacklustre years in charge, replaci......

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