The French women's rugby sevens team failed to beat Australia in Sydney, losing 21-17 to the Olympic champions on Saturday in the quarter-finals of the third stage of the world circuit.
The Blue will have to beat Spain Saturday night to play 5th place Sunday morning.
Australia will face for a place in the final the surprise guest of the last four, Ireland, who dominated Spain 22-7. The other semifinal will pit New Zealand against the United States.
Results of the quarterfinals Saturday:
New Zealand - Canada 17-7
Russia - United States 5-7
Ireland - Spain 22-7
Australia - France 21-17
Program Sunday (french time)
(07h20) Match for 7th place
(07:42) Match for 5th place
(08h04) Third place match
(08h31) Final