A spirited Scotland side inspired by Stuart Hogg came up just short against a French outfit that held on for an opening day Six Nations win. Vern Cotter’s side gave as good as they got for most of the match but five penalties from Camille Lopez secured the win for the French. Scotland replacement winger Dougie Fife was both saint and sinner for the Scots. It was his try from a pass from prop Euan Murray that gave Scotland hope. But it was also his indiscipline when he threw the ball away in frustration gave the home side three easy, vital points.
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Camille Lopez's five penalties were enough to secure victory for France
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Replacement back Dougie Fife crossed for Scotland just before half-time
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Vern Cotter's young side impressed throughout the tight contest
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Hosts broke away from over fifty years of tradition by wearing red against the Scots
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