'Van der Merwe, be my dad' - Fans react to Scotland's historic win against France in Paris

Scotland fans – and Wales supporters – were ecstatic after a breathless final few minutes in Paris led to Gregor Townsend’s side winning in Paris for the first time since 1999.

Scotland's players celebrate with the Auld Alliance Trophy

Scotland’s last-gasp win ensured Wales won the Six Nations title, preventing France from winning the tournament.

Wales fan Chris Ap Jinn said: “Absolutely brilliant. Definitely on for a grand slam in the next few years. They’ve been building well for a good few years, amazing see them getting the glory they deserve. Exciting times ahead.”

Iona Scott wrote: “Congratulations! An edge of the seat, breathless finale. Great work.”

Jake Chessar added: “Brilliant game. But was definitely a edge of the seat game towards the end there!”

Sean McGever was pumped: “Wow! Comeback win to close-out the Six Nation. The future is bright for Scotland.”

Ashleigh Thow had questions: “Thrilling end to an extraordinary tournament. But what on earth was Dulin doing…?”

Tubbs McGuire tweeted: “I am dancing round my kitchen with a whisky in hand!”

Sarah-Jane Laing added: “Happy Friday, what a game! We deserve better than fourth – some great performances this year.”

Ronnie Guthrie wrote: “Absolutely outstanding by the team and great fun to watch! The oh-so-narrow loss to Wales just shows how close Scotland came to breaking yet another record this year.”

Stewart Scott added: “An absolutely bonkers last few minutes but a historic win for Scotland and congratulations too to Wales on their Six nations title.”

Charlie Crawford admitted: “Couldn't sit still for the last ten minutes, what a game!!”

Ruaraidh Britton tweeted: “Dear Wales, you’re welcome. Yours, Scotland.”

Cammy Cochrane wrote: “What an incredible performance, lost our two games by a total of four points. Autumn Nations, let’s be having you. Van der Merwe, be my dad.”

Alistair Leggat tweeted: “Big wins in London and Paris. Missed opportunities against Ireland and Wales could have made it even better.”

Colin Leverage exhaled: “What a performance and what a finish, that last phase of play was outrageous! Six Nations has been superb again this year, great way to end it.”

Catriona Sinclair revealed: “I have rarely felt so nervous and sick watching a game.”

Last word to First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, who tweeted: “You’re welcome, Wales - and many congratulations. But more importantly, well done Scotland on a great victory.”

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