The essential
The French XV launches its 2024 Six Nations Tournament with a first big shock against Ireland at the Stade Vélodrome in Marseille.
Both teams must react after their failure at the World Cup.
Favorites, they both lost in the quarter-finals, respectively against South Africa and New Zealand.
Fabien Galthié bet on many globalists.
Only second rows Paul Gabrillagues and Paul Willemse were not present at the World Cup.
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The composition of the Blues, with Gabrillagues
Fabien Galthié has chosen to renew a well-known framework among the Blues, with all the same the novelty Paul Gabrillagues, back with the XV of France after more than four years of absence.
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The referee will be Karl Dickson
The 41-year-old Englishman is one of the most renowned referees in the world.
He notably officiated at the last two World Cups.
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The Blues want to reconnect with their audience
Three and a half months after the disappointment of the World Cup, the French XV will play again in front of their home crowd, this time at the Stade Vélodrome in Marseille.
A golden opportunity to win back the hearts of the supporters, who still responded.
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Welcome !
Hello everyone and welcome to this live broadcast of the first match of the France team at the 2024 Six Nations Tournament. The Blues face Ireland at 9 p.m.