To kick off this new Six Nations Tournament, Les Bleus prepare to take onIreland. This Friday, February 2, 2024, from 9pm, the XV de France is expected to take to the pitch at the Stade Vélodrome, a very French venue, to kick off the competition on home soil after a disappointing Rugby World Cup. This could be their chance to collect as many points as possible and attempt a Grand Slam again this year!
But we'll have to watch out for Ireland! Last Wednesday, Les Bleus coach Fabien Galthié announced the 34 players selected for the opening match. The team has changed considerably since the World Cup, with six newcomers called up, including Emmanuel Meafou, Matthias Halagahu and Nicolas Depoortère, andAntoine Dupont will not be taking to the field during the Six Nations, preferring to devote his time to rugby sevens in a bid to play in the Olympics.
As a result, Grégory Alldritt will captain the team in his absence! A number of players are also injured, including Thibaud Flament, Pierre Bourgarit and Jean-Baptiste Gros, who will have to make do without the squad.
Six Nations Tournament 2024: where can you watch France's first match against Ireland?
France kicks off its Six Nations Tournament 2024 on February 2, in the early evening, with an opening match against Ireland. The match will be broadcast live on France 2. [Read more]
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