Fickou starts for France against New Zealand

In-form full-back Melvyn Jaminet is a notable absentee from the French team to play New Zealand

Melvyn Jaminet, the in-form full-back, is a notable absentee from the French team to play New Zealand in Saturday's autumn Test at the Stade de France.

Jaminet, who has started all four Tests this autumn, aggravated a foot injury in training and misses out on a chance to impress against the All Blacks.

In his place, Thomas Ramos starts at full-back, which means Damian Penaud moves to the wing and Teddy Thomas is dropped.

France head coach Fabien Galthie has made two changes to his pack, with Gabin Villiere replacing Yoram Moefana at centre and Sekou Macalou coming in for Francois Cros at flanker.

The All Blacks, meanwhile, are boosted by the return of captain Sam Cane, who has been out with a broken cheekbone.

There is also a recall for prop Ofa Tu'ungafasi, who missed the win over Scotland due to a calf injury.

The match will be a big test for both teams, with France looking to build on their impressive autumn form and New Zealand seeking to bounce back from their defeat to Ireland.