Match in Pictures: France 34-12 Greece

Relive the best of the action from France's opening win over World Cup debutants Greece

17 Oct 2022

Match in Pictures: France 34-12 Greece

Relive the best of the action from France's opening win over World Cup debutants Greece

By Jack Lacey-Hatton at the Eco-Power Stadium

Benjamin Jullien scored two tries and Aruthur Mourgue collected 18 points to get France underway with a 34-12 win over Rugby League World Cup debutants Greece.

Jordan Dezaria opened the scoring with Tony Gigot and Mourgue also crossing the whitewash while the latter delivered a flawless display from the tee and helped orchestrate France's impressive attack ahead of a huge clash against hosts England in Bolton on Saturday.

But Steve Georgallis’ Greece side displayed plenty of determination and effort in South Yorkshire and deservedly got themselves on the scoreboard through Siteni Taukamo’s historic try, their first in tournament history, before Nick Mougious rounded off the game with a stunning score to send Doncaster wild.

Here are some pictures from this evening's enthralling encounter:

Arthur Mourgue puts the ball down in acrobatic style to secure a try for France. Getty Images.

Nick Mougious carries the ball into contact as Greece look to make inroads against France. Getty Images.

Jordan Dezaria celebrates scoring the opening try of the game having powered over for France. Getty Images.

Benjamin Jullien carries the ball into contact on the night he scored two tries for Les Tricolores. Getty Images.

Benjamin Jullien dives over for France's fifth try. Getty Images.

Catalans Dragons star Benjamin Garcia put in a captain's display in the middle with the lock being named Cazoo Player of the Match

The Rugby League World Cup promises to be the biggest, best and most inclusive event in the sport’s 127-year history with men’s, women’s and wheelchair teams competing in 61 games across 21 venues throughout England. Tickets are available via rlwc2021.com/tickets