So how did France stop the Slam? | Six Nations 2021 | The Squidge Report

Underneath a heartbreaker beyond even Kurtley Beale proportions for Wales stood a new all-time classic of international rugby, as France dashed Welsh Grand Slam dreams in the final play. So how did Wales put together their sixty best minute sunder Pivac, how did France tear it up, and can I get through this video without having a breakdown?
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[@zebedeelps]

The six stages of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, Squidge Report, acceptance.

[@AkselTheBookWizard]

Still don't think I'm quite at acceptance yet

[@martin-1965]

LOL perfectly expressed. I couldn't bring myself to watch the highlights of the match until I had watched the Squidge report. Now I feel in about a month... maybe two, I can watch the match again as acceptance has been reached. What an amazing match to watch and as always, what a great analysis by Squidge.

[@martin-1965]

@@footballmayhem6652 Being Welsh I enjoyed that game as well :) Keith Earls defies gravity

[@jetaddicted]

Being half French and half Italian myself, I cry and smile at the same time.

[@yungstallion2201]

Im still at the depressed faze I might need to watch it again

[@mattwhelan13]

the mis-direction on that first French try is an absolute thing of beauty

[@Santisouu]

French try reminds me a french fry, so now i'm hungry

[@a7uiop]

Yeah, the overhead camera showing just how well it worked is great

[@Pandemonis]

@@Santisouu Whichever country you are from, whichever position you play, we've got plenty of French Fries for you to Try. Asseyez-vous, et regardez, Monsieur !

[@schooluse8071]

The level of analysis never fails to amaze me. This man is a true genius

[@johnnyryan656]

Factz

[@iestynrees8076]

Apart from when he got Gareth Davies confused with north for a solid minute

[@h3rry___819]

@@iestynrees8076 who wouldn’t , all the welsh backs look the same

[@niallhiggins2342]

Sometimes, half of ever video is pure genius the other is nonsense, stuff he appears to just have completely wrong.

[@dowieire]

Best out there!

[@papenx5646]

French fan here : just to tell to you Welsh people, your team made me dream during years. I came to Cardiff expecting to see a brutal defeat and saw a victory, Welsh fans were absolutely amazing, huge atmosphere, amazing anthem and frickin Alun Wyn Jones. I already booked Wales-Australia in Lyon for 2023 World Cup, and trust me, I will scream Wales with my Cyffryn scarf. 2020 and 2021 for us, what about 2022 ? Already excited for next year confrontation in Cardiff 🇫🇷🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@TheTrueWelshIdiot]

We look forward to hosting you and your wonderful team in Cardiff for yet another game of attacking pure rugby. Good luck for Friday. Just not too much luck... Id say a 19pt win is about right. 😉

[@o0Welshy0o]

Great game! A real contest all the way. Do the work on Scotland this Friday all rugby will want to see France win in style. Let's have another round next year

[@cellanjames8313]

Looking forward already the way we been going forward and both teams looking strong can’t wait for next year

[@justinius1969]

Merci mon pot!

[@joshuacarre06]

Diolch

[@anthonymclaughlin9222]

"There's nothing you can do, but sit back and laff, when France decide to just happen" : Squidge rugby - 2020

[@guillaumebalme9932]

@@cuanfenton9132 i don't remember which one it was, but Anthony is quoting Squidge from a video a few months ago, if i recall correctly

[@OoWeytoO]

I am always impressed by the kindness of rugby fans, especially in internet commentaries where we are used to seeing horror in other sports. To all people in the comments: you are a credit to Rugby with a big R.

[@TimTomJimJom]

I think it’s because of the type of people who watch and play rugby, generally the poor or working class aren’t that into it

[@jadawin10]

@@TimTomJimJom In France it is the opposite ...

[@thibaudduhamel2581]

This match reminded me of Serge Blanco's definition of french flair: "when your backs are against the wall, when everibody thinks you're done, that's when you strike". And i think it pretty much encapsulates what happened at the end of the match.

[@speedyrobot3987]

@NormalSodaGuy I think you can blame Philippe Saint-André and Guy Novès for stifling the French brilliance for most of the 2010s, those were some dark years to go through as a French fan, especially that ass beating we received against the All Blacks at that RWC 2015 quarterfinal. The Brunel era was pretty bad as well. I'm just so happy we have Galthie now.

[@Ranyanya]

@NormalSodaGuy : problem was they didn't trust the players on the field. It was a rigid management and they had to follow the tactic or get out of the team. Galthié and Ibanèz give more freedom to the players. They left no choice to the French Federation, either they manage their way, either they don't work for the Federation. Laporte took a step back and let them try their way.

[@walrustrent2001]

@NormalSodaGuy on the benches of French rugby clubs that dished out tons of money to international stars. Plus France was slow to adjust its rugby schools...

[@gillesgarnier1931]

@@walrustrent2001 That's probably the most accurate answer to the questio

[@cedrictalbot5504]

@@speedyrobot3987 Not so sure about Novès, he did a lot at Toulouse in his last years there to train new talents, and I firmly believe it helped building the incredible team we have now

[@jimmycricket1006]

The last ten minutes of this game broke me inside

[@mikee1331]

I had to go on a 3 hour walk that night to calm myself down.

[@KnightWing274]

French bench kept the pace, When Wales subs came in.. started seeing holes all over the defence. Reminds me of South africa vs All Blacks 2018.. same thing 2 tries in short period of time SA vs NZ 2018 highlights - kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4GkgHiXaZ6Yj9E

[@ytevysbhtb]

@NormalSodaGuy France had no chance against Wales? That's probably what people thought when they beat Wales in Cardiff. You probably don't watch much rugby to think like that, otherwise, you'd know that France, if they used to suck at rugby before, is becomming one of the greatest nations in rugby now

[@Ranyanya]

@@mikee1331 same as a French, I could'nt sleep after the match. After Willemse's red card it was over and... well, that's when they decided it'll be their chance and they put everything they had left. When Atonio made a hand mistake, it was the same... it's over... but then there's the Welsh mistake and... these final phases were too much to bare. Amazing defense from Welsh, amazing attack from French.

[@colmhealy7630]

Lad, you have done incredible work over this six nations (and the last few years). You see the game like I can only dream of. Take your time, take a break and know we will all be here waiting to enjoy your analysis when you are ready.

[@lubincrebassa5694]

This guy IS not analysing good . He is just supporting Wales in this match, we Can clearly see it with with comments all on the video , This is ridiculous how inpartial he is

[@darthrevan2446]

@@lubincrebassa5694 yeah duh, watch other games without Wales and you can see how good his analysis is after watching it twice or thrice

[@turg4874]

Ok but seriously, ever since squidge pointed it out, if you put two people in front of me, one man and one woman. And told me that one was Charlie ewels. I would still have a 50/50 chance of getting it right

[@thearmchairpsychologist27]

Oh stop it that's a ridiculous statement. There is clearly no such person as "Charlie Ewels".

[@turg4874]

@@thearmchairpsychologist27 Who?

[@fazertace6837]

@@turg4874 tall or possibly a short guy. Maybe has a beard. Ginger (or long dark hair). Between 4' 11 and 6'8. Is that him?

[@ajaxsucks5683]

As much as I like Jalibert and the huge amount of talent and potential he has, I still prefer Ntamack to start at flyhalf. Ntamack seems to be more composed and level-headed during tight situations, and that's a huge trait that can pay off during tight test matches. I've noticed that Jalibert appears to get flustered quite easily when the pressure starts to increase. Overall, I think Ntamack did well to control the tempo and pace when he came on

[@finniankruger7425]

What did we do to you?

[@gilberttrois8492]

Serein came in and calmed the team. And DuPont breaks the line, Ntamack manages the line, they fit soooo well together. Jalibert breaks the line, you can watch his matches with UBB he destroys everything. Serein is a very good manager, with Jalibert they make a good team

[@PlatypusPGM]

Same for serin at the very end

[@PlatypusPGM]

Same for serin at the very end

[@laurentlaw-ki5223]

I am still hoping we will once try the option with Jalbert at 10 and Ntamack at 12...

[@badgerstan9882]

Squidge is the only person I'll watch analyse this game, only he can get me through my grief..

[@DavidJones-qq8jj]

Mate, I’m 100% with you

[@andrewbarton8525]

So am I and I'm an Englishman who lives in France!!

[@jbrossa6945]

Agreed about the Luke Pearce comment, that man is easily one of, if not the, best ref working atm - even when his decisions are contentious his communication is so clear that his control of the game never slips.

[@TyrannosavageRekt]

I agree. Watching that game was one of the first times I felt there was an obvious heir-apparent to the throne vacated by Nigel Owens. Pearce had an absolute stormer of a game! Like Squidge said, I think there's a good to fair chance he would have awarded the penalty try as well, had Wales not taken it upon themselves to play the advantage.

[@qcsorter4626]

It's not in my nature to feel sorry for Wales but they played brilliant incisive and spirited rugby that was a joy to watch. I've always admired their mental toughness over the years but this was rugby of an exceptional standard. It just confirmed that sport is cruel at times. This game also showed France returning to a genuine world-class standard after a decade of under-achievement. Can't wait for next year's 6 Nations! BTW - In the TV analysis Sam Warburton once again showed what a class guy he is and why he was made the Lions captain.

[@marc9080]

Je ne pense pas que la France était sous performer durant la coupe du monde 2019! alors dire que nous sommes en dessous depuis 10 ans me semble un voir très sévère.

[@TheAquestecop]

@@marc9080 To my point of view, i agree with what Michael said. Fr'ance was a fragile team during a decade. A good one, but capable to do great or really shit. C'était une belle équipe, mais pas super fiable quoi.

[@kylekoronkiewicz3851]

From America: You are a far more superior analyst than any one who breaks down games over here. I genuinely believe more Americans would understand the game better if they watched you

[@doronloewenberg5040]

@@shelbysloan5983 make it happen! He's already a Free Jacks fan (the best team in the MLR btw (don't you dare mention our record))

[@LimaBear1235]

Do you I feel like him and Ronan O'Gara are the two that give the most intelligent and insightful analysis.

[@ContactCoach]

P1codeKyle, come and give me a try. Based in CT (Yale)! Where are you based?

[@garethrichmond4388]

Im from Canada and ive been watching wales play rugby for 30 years (Welsh Grandfather and no no its not AWJ). Ive learned far more about rugby in the last year since i found mr squidge than in the previous 29 combined. Squidge combines incredible analysis and insight with with insanely good as in clear and understandable explanation

[@garethrichmond4388]

He should be lead commentator every weekend for every network. Instead we get subjected To "analysts" going on and on about ref decisions and declaring that the game was won or lost primarily based on them. It makes everyone dumber and louder.

[@ryanbrimson8238]

I’m half French and I was basically certain Wales we’re going to win the slam once the score became 20-30. I cannot even begin to explain my elation after Dulin’s try. I had to wake up quite early the next morning (where I live the match started very late in the evening) and was considering skipping the match because of it, but now I’m so glad I didn’t. Respect to Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 you have such an excellent team. What a game!

[@warlord195711]

Back in the autumn, who could have guessed that Wales would miss a Slam by three points.

[@Epicdukw12]

I just want the reaction to furlongs step😭

[@datschildish7186]

Game of the tournament without a doubt! the French were consistently entertaining throughout the tournament

[@machinwx]

In and out of the field !

[@HAZMOLZ]

One of the best games of Test rugby in the last decade. Despite being Welsh and the boys losing, there's some solace to be found in the knowledge that our team played their part in a game that'll be talked about for generations.

[@101MRSPICE]

France vs Scotland was the game of the tournament

[@lolivey8393]

The Jam Slam wasn't to be... In all seriousness, as a french fan, I want to give all my sympathies to you Squidge. You managed to pull off such brilliant content, after what must have been a pretty traumatic game. Of all rugby nation, I think we french can relate the most to what you felt as Dulin dived for that score. As for all welsh fans, your team was immense, and I must say, for once, it's France who actually go quite lucky with referee decisions, and most notably the one not to award a penalty try after that Haouad yellow card.

[@Raisonnance.]

Oooh c'est eux qui ont été chanceux. Pearce qui leur accorde un essai avec une main en dessous qui empêche d'aplatir.

[@mathieuL2204]

well said compadre. By the way Haouas needs to go. He is a liability and does not contribute enough. Sadly there aren't that many attractive replacement options. But he's the one and only achille's heel in this XV de France.

[@lolivey8393]

@Leo Cheenne [VI-LVI] I was trying to be considerate to Welsh fans, I think the referee made quite a lot of mistakes, but actually evened them out. There were so many "what if" in this game, that changing one tiny thing doesn't make any sense, because so many other things would have been changed in the process. What I can say is that they (welsh) played mighty well, and I think we should say so, and not put salt on the wound. As french supporters, we've been on the wrong end so many times, we know how it feels, and it's not something I'd wish to anyone (except the English, maybe).

[@allistaircampbell9282]

You are having a laugh surely. The ref did not help any team. You seem to forget that the 3rd welsh try was not grounded. A hand was underneath. Makes up for the penalty try. You missed Chat's try that went unchecked and seemed valid.

[@Maria-cp3jx]

the refereeing this match wasn’t very spot on but it was such an intense match i ca. see why. however, as an irish fan, i thought it swung slightly toward the welsh side. imo wales should’ve had 12 players on the pitch at one point

[@grantradford5281]

Congrats France first and foremost on a great win! It was a spectacle of rugby to beat anything the Southern Hemisphere can bring in terms of tradition and passion. France have been the best team for me in this tournament, so it was good to see them finally win a big game when it matters. Having France back as a consistant and strong team will only help the other nations come World Cup time, they are the only team that can replicate the Nz and Aus way of playing heads up rugby. Saying that as a proud Welshman I am gutted! I jumped up at 79 mins with the turnover and screamed 'GrandSlam' haha how cruel this game is! I would have taken the run before the tournament and the performance in the final game. Its the best tournament in the world and im proud to be a rugby fan! Well done France....unlucky boys! till next time! Congrats to both teams for a feast for the eyes on super Sat.

[@MathieuChauvin]

Such a terrific game! Thanks to both team for such an awesome show. I’m French but allow me to give huge huge respect to this Welsh team.

[@emmapower7623]

Gotta have luck in the ruck, nice entry by Josh Adams @15:23

[@tomjeux5250]

The hability of Squidge to take a step back even after a hertbreaking moment and give credit to opponents teams is really impressive. Keep the good work lad

[@colpyturn5112]

I love how at 14:48 Davies raises his elbow into Jalibert's face, giving him a concussion, and isn't even penalised. For all the talk about removing brain injuries from the game and all the red cards dished out to achieve this, the one time someone actually gets a head injury they do nothing about it.

[@jujubea3270]

This was a goddamn game of rugby. As a French supporter I can't tell you how much I was screaming at the tv for that last 5 minutes.. Wales put in a great fight though and I feel for them! 👏👏 Loved this video as ever this is the only post match analysis that I want to hear!

[@how2digitalowen]

The near Reese Zammit try is forever burned into my memory lol. What a game. great vid as always mate.

[@garethsigrist8714]

I’ve smashed that like button but I don’t think I can actually bring myself to watch this yet 💔🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Congratulations to France. Hell of a game 👏👏👏👏

[@RARARAZZ]

Congratulations to wales you probably will win the tournament which is full deserved, the history between our two nations is getting more and more riveting

[@professionalprocrastinator8103]

I think your comments on Ntamack constantly altering the picture for Wales was spot on. This is why I believe he is the superior first five compared to Jalibert who doesn't lack razzle dazzle himself but tends to only exploit broken defences rather than creating mismatches and attacking opportunities. And my personal feeling is that Dupont played with way more confidence when Ntamack entered the turf. These two know each other so well and Dupont knows that he just needs to hear Ntamack's voice and chuck the ball in his direction to get the attack on the front foot. With Jalibert, France was attacking off 9 and Dupont felt the need to create opportunities himself, which stifled his impact as a halfback in other areas of the game.

[@tynietiger]

I’d initially hoped France would win by fifty, but this was actually more satisfying

[@samothemano]

It’s been a week and we’ve officially won the title. I can now watch this video without crying 😢

[@andyrender4540]

Fair play to be so magnanimous but it did strike me that although you mention the non-penalty try incident you seem to brush over the Adams score very quickly - I've still not seen a grounding of the ball and cannot understand why the ref awarded it on field. The analysis on Fickou's line for the winner is top drawer

[@GeekGames73]

To be fair, noone can understand why it was given on-field except the referee, because he's the only one who can see. He has an extra angle that the cameras don't, that was obviously enough for him to give it.

[@maxwhite6690]

The rules state that the ref has to give a decision one way or another, not just ask try or no try and then there has to be clear evidence to overturn or it goes with the on field decision.

[@vlpn4048]

To be fair, the French hand underneath the ball was pretty clear evidence to me. As should have it been for Barnes honestly

[@arno222444]

Squidge did not say a single word about the referring after the Automn Cup Final, not a single word.... It’s not possible to talk seriously about this game without mentioning the ref’s influence who, alone, reversed the outcome. Squidge is biased, we all are, you must watch the videos for what they are, entertainment, very good entertainment.

[@maxwhite6690]

If you had watched the Wales - England analysis he states he doesn't normally analyse the refs decisions.

[@ozonelayer211]

Feel like I’m watching a Christopher Nolan film the way you bounce around from events earlier to later and back again in the game Squidge

[@alanb9443]

One thing I think many people have missed it how good the French 13 Vincent is. He rly reminds me of Conrad smith. The player that doesn’t get the praise but just does everything with extremely well. I often feel 13 is the hardest position in rugby. Defensively it is extremely difficult and in attack a bad 13 often kills your chances of fully utilising your outside backs. Vincent IMO should already be in conversations for best 13 in the world. But I feel he’s a player many pundits and fans have overlooked.

[@laurentlaw-ki5223]

He’s still young. But by 2023, I hope we will have pushed Fickou to the wing and the choice would hang between Vakatawa and Ntamack for 12, with Vincent solidly into the 13 jersey

[@kimok4716]

He is still very young. Might be captain of this team in 8 years

[@BotteEnTouche]

From what I've read in the French press he is highly regarded. Same goes for Fickou. Two great players to have in your mid field.

[@nicolasfraize7552]

Galthié hasn't... Vincent is in the starting 15 next week with fickou on the wing

[@croulantroulant3082]

He is already captain of his club, at 21! unbelievable maturity

[@pierresultan7674]

I really love your videos. I'm French and i think you have the best analysis on KZbin. A bit sad the video is about 80% Wales Wales Wales and 20% France. Great job i must still admit.

[@ildranor]

I agree, thinks about yours French fan Squidgy!

[@zenrobotninja]

Lol now you know how it feels to be an Irish fan here. Even when we win most of the video is about how the other team lost

[@Raisonnance.]

He is british so normal

[@pierresultan7674]

@@Raisonnance. like every referee France have to face in the six nations... 😂

[@achillerouot9238]

why does no one talk about the third try where the ball doesn't even touch the ground? I mean the build up is absolutely brilliant, and the welsh deserved a try, but if the ball doesn't touch the ground, however great the build up its shouldn't be given

[@georgeslammin2127]

I really think that TMO is right on this one - you can see 4 of the player's fingers except the pinky at the point it's supposed to have been grounded - when the no.6 repositions his hand the ball is picked up. And it goes back to the random nature of decisions - I personally thought Adams' try that was disallowed when there was no camera angle was more likely to be grounded. Because the officials were consistent though, I thought they were excellent. I don't think 100% of the calls were right, but Luke Pearce was the very model of composure and made sure it was a free flowing game.

[@arno222444]

@@georgeslammin2127 It’s not grounded you can see it clearly but it is what it is.

[@oggythebug]

Plus the fact that when the ball is kicked before this false try there are 2 wales players outgame and by 4 or 5 meters one of them will be the player who runs and fall on the ball first and push it then his team mate follows through with the ball and cannot ground the ball so outgame and not grounded try.

[@arno222444]

@@oggythebug You must watch these videos as entertainment not analysis. Squidge did not say a single word about the referring after the automn cup final. You can’t talk seriously about this game without mentioning the ref.

[@iokirchen7277]

@@arno222444 Because he focuses on what he knows, which is the game. The ref cannot play the game for you, talking in depth about an international referee performance requires experience in that domain and Squidge does not have that. Crying about a supposedly bias ref is for every drunk supporter looking at its screen, so you don't need him for that ;)

[@benthomas782]

As a Welsh fan it was just a brilliant game. Thoroughly enjoyed it

[@ieuanevans7080]

The most annoying part of this game for me wasn’t the yellow cards but the fact we didn’t go for the scrum when they had Haouas sent off

[@leterror]

I clicked on the notification so fast just to realise it wasn't the ireland game

[@ReganSpor]

He skipped it because he ran out of names for Sexton

[@leterror]

@@ReganSpor hahaha most likely reason if we are being realistic

[@zenrobotninja]

It would just have been 5% Jellyphone Sharkbottom nicknames, 90% how England lost, and last 5% on how Ireland won

[@doomedtolinger2213]

Excellent work my friend!!

[@georgecrone2621]

Brilliant analysis of a brilliant game - kudos Squidge! A master at work! Love it.

[@Jt-rz1nl]

The work that has gone into this is epic.

[@lout9231]

Thank you so much was desperately looking forward to this. Mind blowing how many little details I hadn’t clocked. Still gutted but what a game

[@maisykate8499]

I was so looking forward to your take on this match!

[@bdjarman4271]

Best day of the week when your videos land. What you do is absolute batshit bastard beautiful magic mate x

[@Azakronn]

Admirable work. I'm trully impressed at your capacity to break down every single aspect of the game without losing any fraction of your passion for it along the way.

[@marc9080]

Magnifique analyse d'un grand match avec deux grandes équipes! merci.

[@michaelmcmillan7458]

Well done. Enjoyed that. Highlights the stuff you don’t actually see on a game as you are so wrapped up in the moment Fantastic stuff. 👍

[@jonnywalker5361]

Great analysis Squidge. Have been dying to see your take on it. Kudos to Wales this year and hard luck very from your neighbors across the sea in Ireland. Well done to France. Can’t wait for Friday.

[@filippoarvigo594]

Excellent, got to cry myself to sleep for the second time in less than a week! Massive props for another great analysis video, so much detail about how both teams attacked trying to manipulate each other. What’s gutting about this is that it’s truly a game for the ages, meaning I’ll be reliving the anguish every replay and highlight for eternity!

[@papazoulou9326]

We previously had the "crunch" between France and England but nowadays it's more like the "clutch" between Wales and France, amirite?

[@joe124roy]

Awesome video mate, very good analysis. Props !

[@DROWE943]

Great coverage throughout man, hope you get out what you put in

[@madeline8259]

I have been waiting so long for this video. already know it's gonna be a banger!!!

[@riczito]

Squidge, you are a legend. Keep doing what you do, it's brilliant.

[@davidhanley6135]

Another magnificent video. Analysis that a match like this is worthy of. Looking forward to him cranking up the Fordatron to justify that performance on Saturday now.

[@leniesta2392]

I can finally Watch this video peacefully

[@guillaume7284]

Hi I'm a frenchman fan of rugby and I really love your videos, keep up the good work !

[@BenMcManus]

I've learned more about rugby watching your videos than I did in a lifetime of watching tournaments. I've always been a casual rugby fan, but I love learning about the tactical intricacies and hearing about how the game might evolve in the years to come. You're a gem, Squidge.

[@lispy4954]

Saw it and clicked it faster than faz can complain to the ref about that Wales try

[@kahuna3901]

As a Welsh fan, of course it's heartbreaking. To come so close. That second half i thought we just had it, i felt in the first twenty minutes of that half we were pulling ahead. It's sad, but you can't not feel some level of happiness for France. They absolutely played their socks off in that last 20 minutes, put Wales under more pressure than any other team in recent memory. Our discipline as a result went to pot, and as a result we let them back into the game barely a minute out. We need to improve our discipline, that penalty cost us the game and we could now be level with England on grand slam victories. It's heartbreaking, but this is rugby, it happens. We played, to my mind, the best rugby we have played under Pivac. We have a bright future ahead of us with this new attacking style. We have a great chance of still winning the six nations. Even if we come second, which lets be honest, if France beat Scotland by 20 points they definitely deserve the championship because Scotland are looking so much better this tournament. Even if we come second, i'd be happy with where we are at year on year. Lots of great players putting their hands up, and clearly Pivac is having a major influence. It would be great for France to have a championship win at this point, is had been so long since the last, would be fantastic for the young fans to experience. So here's to a great game on Saturday Can't wait for the lions tour, only time all of us home nations can truly get along.

[@lawrenceaggleton]

Genuinely love the fact that there is a running gag about Charlie Ewels. Good for him ;)

[@FB-tf3si]

Good for who?

[@vaovao1665]

15:22 Josh Adams side entry, maybe Pearcey didn’t quite have his perfect game

[@morgandunn8163]

He didn't listen to nigel owens scrum 5 lol.

[@kimok4716]

To me it seemed like he never rewarded good contests

[@mauveijn]

Blatantly so

[@o.binwheelie9733]

Christ yeah, clear as day

[@Impl0ze93]

Oh dear ! Didn't catch that one !

[@sunnyinsanya2]

Squidge, this is the first time I've watched this back since the game, and yes, I'm still traumatised. Thanks for your great analysis, it helped explain some things that weren't clear, and I didn't have the courage to watch again. It even took me 12h to get the motivation to watch this, and now I can't get to sleep tonight with that back in my head. My 87y old mum in Porthcawl almost died watching this game...I might also have to switch to snooker for my health, and I do love those red balls.

[@kevinbarbry3393]

Thank you for such in-depth analysis each time, keep the good work coming! And never forget .... ALLER LES BLEUS!!!

[@rossgeography]

BRILLIANT ANALYSIS

[@mariecarter6714]

Allez les Bleu. What a game

[@JonoB23]

Great work as always Squidge. I think it’ll take me a long time to get over that end of the game.

[@wolfburner2262]

Wales had the 100th minute game flashback when Dulin scored that try haha.

[@bigbraincian4954]

Yes

[@thearmchairpsychologist27]

What about Kurtley Beale in the corner?

[@stephenjones4876]

I watched this live and I live in Canada with very limited knowledge of the sport this was a great video and taught me so much about what I was watching

[@bujin1977]

If this match had happened a few years ago, I'd have been in a state of depression for a week. Not so this week, for some reason. It was a hell of a match, possibly one of the most entertaining one I've seen for years, with the possible exception of the 2019 Calcutta Cup.

[@jakehage8049]

Great Video!!! Don't overwork yourself too much Squidgey (and I say that as someone who loves your content) ... getting kind of worried for you :)

[@garnettnetherwood8076]

fantastic stuff again

[@FriendlyHenry]

Genius analysis. Makes a mockery of the TV pundits.

[@GSW2008]

Scintillatingly superior analysis 😄🏉🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@pierredegastines5070]

One of your best vids !! (from a French fan)

[@leonhuggins7579]

How much did i miss during the game.....?? Technical explanations here are top notch cheers squidge

[@poptyboom5317]

I’m currently watching squidge and then telling the boys in work all the details and tactics I never knew before and pretending I know a lot.. thanks mate 🙏

[@jazzyjosh5529]

Really great video!

[@benfranks8042]

Been refreshing my feed all day for this

[@rolandluth2098]

all week XD

[@jbonner01]

I had to watch that with my eyes closed in parts but great work again Squidge!

[@Ranyanya]

This video should have been released on Sunday. I was waiting for your report. That's not a way to take care of us ! Work (harder is ok) (better is ok) faster (stronger is ok) ! :-P Thanks a lot !

[@Bilboisadog]

Couldn't bring myself to watch this until the title was secured and trophy lifted today. Such a devastating result but amazing game. Cymru am byth 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🍻

[@Foureye15]

Great video squidge. I agree that France looked a bit more composed with Ntamack rather than Jalibert, and Serin feels like an excellent option to have on the bench, I could see him and Dupont acting like a bit of the inverse of the Aaron Smith- TJ Perenara partnership, with Serin coming on to bring some structure when the French are too tired to keep up with Duponts super high intensity tempo. Also please do take care of yourself, your fans will (hopefully, I can't speak for everyone) understand if you take a bit longer with the videos, I'd hate for you to burn out because of pressure from us.

[@krumble104]

Hi Squidge, Rob sent me... subscribed - great analysis 👍

[@jimmyobrien7993]

First one ive seen but this was such good analysis

[@oranwilson2960]

Been waiting for this one

[@montyjackson8131]

When are you doing Ireland Scotland?

[@ianedwards3482]

Beautiful, thank you. From a Wales fan who managed to say 'rugby won' after the game.

[@georgeslammin2127]

Nice one Squidge - hard watch, but I feel all the better for it. What a fantastic game of rugby. I can't imagine how many parts you'd have given it if it wasn't so painful 😅

[@tomytomate8]

15:22 and 15:32 two blatant side entries back to back.

[@Inquisitor_Vex]

Brilliant as usual.

[@teran3810]

i’ve been waiting for this one 🤩

[@erikduplessis7788]

Love your videos man

[@nicholascaceres82]

Can't wait for the Sco v Fra breakdown, it's gonna be a slammer!

[@noybeeswax]

Look all the chat about being ‘gutted,’ by my fellow Welshies is premature. Be gutted if France pummel the Scots. But as of right now, we have a Triple Crown, and we are still in it to win it. Six nations Grand Slams aren’t common place. If Wales win, then this tournament has been a milestone. Wayne Pivac’s influence is absolutely evident with 24 freaking tries over 2019’s Grand Slam with only 10 tries! Last year was a transition year after all...and what an amazing transition it’s been. Such class, such skill, such courage and such entertaining rugby. Best of luck to both France and Scotland. Give us another barnstormer and let the chips fall where they may. Wales forever 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@noybeeswax]

@NormalSodaGuy don’t be a disrespectful knob-end. We are a founding rugby nation, and one of the reasons rugby is a popular global sport. Most teams who ‘win,’ a six nations title do it with at least one loss. So this championship title will not be, ‘pyrrhic,’ it will be a win of great transformation, heart and soul. A win for our nation to celebrate. And just in case you are you are a Frenchman spreading dissidence or another rugby nation follower....England and Wales are still way ahead of any other nation for outright wins and grand slams...the rest aren’t even close. And the reason Wales’ achievements here are so notable - being so close on England’s heels - is we don’t have the same vast pool of players to draw from.

[@simboubou]

As a french person: thank you youtube for the slowmo option that gives me a chance to understand what this guy is saying. Best analyst on youtube !

[@RomeoAlphaSierra]

Pearce and Barnes had the games of their life. Best refereeing I've ever seen.

[@gabben6109]

Love you Squidge, quite extatic to be french but very very fair play

[@MobKnowledge]

Can't imagine how hard this one was to make for you. I can't even watch a second of the 2011 RWC final again, because it's just too heartbreaking. Full respect, Squidge.

[@fazertace6837]

I watched the 2011 semi final. Never watched it again. Watched the game on Saturday. Wont watch it again. Man I'm depressed.