France World Rugby U20s Champions after dispatching Ireland in style

France emerged victorious with a resounding 50-14 win over Ireland in the World Rugby U20 Championship Final held at Athlone Stadium in Cape Town this evening.

The French team showcased their abundant attacking abilities as they pulled away in the second half, leaving the Irish squad struggling to keep up with their relentless assaults on the line.

Richie Murphy's Ireland struggled at set-piece, the French doing a number on the lineout in particular.

It's France third World Rugby U20 Championship on the trot.

Mathis Ferte’s double added to tries from Nicolas Depoortere, Pierre Jouvin, Oscar Jegou, Lino Julien, Leo Drouet and Lenni Nouchi.

Fintan Gunne’s converted try had given Ireland an early 7-0 lead but they were unable to maintain momentum.

A John Devine try did briefly put them 14-10 ahead just after the half hour mark before France – semi-final conquerors of England – pulled away.

additonal reporting PA