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Questioned by La Dépêche du Midi about the new charter put in place for the French team, Pierre Berbizier believes that it is not necessarily a good solution. The former scrum-half calls for player accountability.
Following the affairs which tarnished the image of Rugby and the French team this summer, the management of the Blues decided to establish a new living environment, to which the players must now adhere.
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According to Pierre Berbizier, “it is not just a charter that will simply change things”. “The real subject is not the measures taken, the words, but how we apply them” believes the former coach of the XV of France.
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In this new charter, the FFR has devoted a large section to alcohol consumption. The latter will be prohibited on the installations of the XV of France. On this subject, the former scrum half pleads for a logic of education for young players. “From now on, we are entering into a logic of infantilization and no longer of accountability,” he regrets. And also added: “It’s still the French team, we should be able to use responsible language with the players who represent the selection.”
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Asked about this by Olympic MiddayDan Carter was surprised by the rules set by the French staff. “I can't believe that removing the third halves is a very good idea, frankly,” said the All-Blacks legend.
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