“It’s their choice, everyone is free to experience their emotions, to share them. We need determination, strong players. » Matthieu Jalibert is not one of the players of the French XV chosen by Fabien Galthié to challenge New Zealand, this Saturday, November 16 (9 p.m.). As a result, the opening half of Union Bordeaux-Bègles will not remain within the France group since according to Rugbyrama, he asked the coach if he could return to Gironde with his club according to Rugby Rama .
“Everyone has the choice to make decisions”
At a press conference this Thursday, November 14, Fabien Galthié did not fail to comment on the current situation of Matthieu Jalibert, barred from the French team by Thomas Ramos, starter against the All-Blacks. Could such a decision have an impact on its blue future? “Until now, even if his journey has not been linear, he has contributed to the French team and has always shown his talent by giving the best of himself. Everyone has the choice to make decisions, answers Fabien Galthié at a press conference. Out of the 42, we need to identify the determined players who have the ability to get through the good times and the tough times. I could tell you about my career, if you want… But that's not the subject. »
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Returning to Bordeaux on Wednesday, Matthieu Jalibert will be able to prepare for UBB's trip to Vannes scheduled for November 23.
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