England fans want game against France replayed after bulls*** referee decision

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In a tense match against France, England held a precarious 31-30 lead with just two minutes remaining when Earl was deemed to have led with his shoulder in an attempt to halt Romain Taofifenua.

The resultant penalty provided French fly-half Thomas Ramos with the opportunity to clinch victory with a 47-meter kick, securing a narrow 33-31 win. However, the contentious call has sparked debate among fans across social media platforms.

Reacting to the decision, one fan remarked, "Tries to wrap his arm round the leg but gets bounced. Never a penalty." While another expressed frustration, stating, "Let’s call it what it is. France should have lost 4 games but have been saved in 3. Poor officiating crews have saved them from a 1-4 record. We won’t call it out tho as let’s not be controversial."

A third disillusioned viewer vented, "Another reason not to watch rugby. I give up with it. This and the semi final. For a half interested fan like me it’s bullsh** decisions like this that blow my mind."

However, amidst the dissent, some fans supported the referee's call. "It’s a penalty plain and simple, my gripe would be, that there is a dozen of these not given in every game, especially when defending the try line," noted one supporter.

Another concurred, stating, "I agree with the ref and Kayser..Earl made a mistake when he was exhausted..it happens."

Highlighting the divisive nature of rugby decisions, another fan opined, "Basically every other nation thinks it’s a definite penalty. As an England fan I can see both points of view. But that’s the annoying nature of rugby where so many last minute inconsistent subjective decisions can decide a game.."

Below we look at four players who failed to perform in Lyon with their futures now in doubt.

Rugby Pass 5.5/10: "Back in the starting team after Immanuel Feyi-Waboso ruled himself with a self-diagnosed concussion, the fear was he wouldn’t bring the oomph that the rookie managed and sadly this was the case."

RUCK 6/10: "Back in to the starting line-up as Manny Feyi-Waboso is out with a concussion. Claimed the high balls confidently, but swamped when trying to stretch his legs. Returned the favour with good kick chase and well timed tackles on the receivers. Vocal on the touchlines, as the assistant referee handed a line-out to France."

Rugby Pass 5.5/10: "With Furbank gone so early, he needed to defensively step up but he struggled. Eventually called ashore on the hour. A real pity as much more was expected."

Telegraph 6/10: "Some of his passing was sumptuous and partnership with Lawrence is developing. Still feels like the sacrificial lamb in the defensive system."

Planet Rugby 6/10: "Tried manfully but it’s rare to see him bullied quite like he was on Saturday. Was much better second half, though."

Telegraph 6/10: "Put on his backside by Meafou, symbolising England’s early struggles. Grew into the game and was a menace at the breakdown, attacking every ruck."

Planet Rugby 6/10: "Put himself about and made some typically big hits, but there were a few too many misses."

Rugby Pass 6/10: "You can’t fault his work rate but too many missed tackles blotted his report card. Gone on 67."

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