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France have "triple revenge" in mind ahead of Saturday's test against Australia.
Philippe Saint-Andre's team suffered three straight defeats by the Wallabies on their June tour and two were humiliating.
Either side of a dour 6-0 reverse in Melbourne, France were thumped 50-23 in Brisbane and 39-13 in Sydney.
"We have to take triple revenge," said Saint-Andre after Les Bleus cruised to a 40-15 success over Fiji in Marseille, while Australia triumphed 33-28 in Cardiff for their 10th successive victory over Wales.

	We’re French, every time we don’t move things very much we fall asleep

	Philippe Saint-Andre on why his side sometimes switch off
"What struck me was the third test [in June] where we collapsed too quickly. That's unacceptable when you represent a country, a history, an identity."
Saint-Andre knows his side will have to stand up to the Wallabies in individual battles at the Stade de France in Paris.
"[On Saturday], they won a lot of turnovers. They have individuals who are capable of winning one-on-one duels," he said.
As for his own side, Saint- Andre said there was much to work on from the Fiji match, despite running in five tries, including a hat-trick from debutant wing Teddy Thomas.
"We know we still have work to do. We conceded two tries from defensive mistakes and we could have been a bit more patient close to the line," he said.
"But at least there was enthusiasm, desire, a team that was lively and enjoyed playing."
The result ensured France did not suffer a fifth straight defeat for the first time since 1982 - they had lost their final Six Nations clash 22-20 at home to Ireland in March before the June tour.
But Saint-Andre is wary of his side switching off.
"We're French, every time we don't move things very much we fall asleep."
Still, the coach was enjoying a rare success since taking over the reins three years ago - it was only the 12th France win in 30 matches on his watch.
And he even found the chance to mock those who have criticised him for constant tinkering.
"Apparently it was the 13th [half-back pairing], maybe there will be a 14th or 15th," said Saint-Andre defiantly.


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Philippe Saint-Andre targets ‘triple revenge’ for France over Wallabies

Philippe Saint-Andre watches his players ahead of the Fiji test in Marseille. The French coach has targeted a "triple revenge" when they face the Wallabies on Saturday. Photo: Reuters

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France have "triple revenge" in mind ahead of Saturday's test against Australia.


Philippe Saint-Andre targets ‘triple revenge’ for France over Wallabies

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Coach wants payback for three straight defeats they suffered in Australia in June