Dire diagnosis as scans reveal damage to Dupont, plunging France’s RWC campaign into doubt

France’s chances of lifting the World Cup have taken a massive dent with scans revealing captain Antoine Dupont suffered a facial fracture in the 96-0 win over Namibia.

The 2021 World Player of the Year and captain of the host nation was hit by Namibian captain Johan Deysel in the second half. Deysel received a red card.

The 26-year-old was examined by medical staff and was clutching his face. He didn’t return from a HIA check and was taken to hospital while the game was ongoing.

“Antoi...