Breakdown
In the World Cup, the teams have played on five occasions, with England winning three and France two; there have been no draws. In these games, England have scored 78 points, and France 64.
In the Five Nations (1910–1999), England have played France on 70 occasions, England winning 36, France 27 and seven matches have been drawn. In these games, England have scored 889 points, and France 775.
In the Six Nations (2000–present), England have played France on 14 occasions, England winning nine, France five and no matches have been drawn. In these games, England have scored 305 points, and France 235.
In other test matches, England have played France on eight occasions, England winning five, France three with none drawn. Overall, England have scored 202 points, and France 95.
Read more about this topic: History Of Rugby Union Matches Between England And France
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