France v New Zealand: A Rivalry that Lives On

There has been some right old craic ever since the first game between France and New Zealand all the way back in 1906, and with a few more games on the horizon there's sure to be a few more stories before too long.
The two sides have met on 62 occasions, with the All Blacks holding a 41-18-3 record. However, France have won the last three meetings.
The first game between the two nations was played in Paris on January 1, 1906, and resulted in a 38-8 victory for the All Blacks. The two sides have met regularly since then, with the All Blacks generally holding the upper hand.
However, France have had their moments of glory, including a famous 16-3 victory in Paris in 1954. They also beat the All Blacks 24-19 in the semi-finals of the 1999 World Cup.
In recent years, the rivalry between the two sides has intensified, with some memorable matches played. In 2011, the All Blacks beat France 8-7 in the final of the World Cup, while in 2015, France beat the All Blacks 20-18 in the quarter-finals.
The two sides are set to meet again in a two-test series in November. The first test will be played in Toulouse on November 4, and the second will be played in Paris on November 11.
It's sure to be a fascinating contest, and one that is likely to produce more memorable moments in this great rivalry.