Overview
- Head coach Fabien Galthié unveiled a 42-player group to prepare for the Feb. 15 match in Cardiff.
- Thibaud Flament and Paul Boudehent rejoin the squad after missing the opener against Ireland.
- Kalvin Gourgues is ruled out with an ankle injury, with Émilien Gailleton drafted in as cover.
- Romain Ntamack remains unavailable following a kidney issue, while Pau fly-half Axel Desperes receives a first call-up.
- France keep faith with the Ireland starters, as captain Antoine Dupont, Matthieu Jalibert, Louis Bielle-Biarrey and Thomas Ramos are retained.