Today's news from around the world of Rugby offers a mix of strategy, big stats and moves in the transfer market. Review of the information to remember, with the corresponding sources.
Fabien Galthié starts Gazzotti and focuses on the rotation
The XV of France will face Argentina on Friday evening at the Stade de France with several important changes in its lineup. Among them, Marko Gazzotti20-year-old third row, could honor his first selection in blue. This young player, who shines in the Top 14 with UBB, will start on the bench. (Source : Rugbyrama)
Charles Ollivon will play, for the first time with the .
Leo Barre will start at the back, taking advantage of the withdrawal of Romain Buros, insufficiently recovered from an injury. Fabien Galthié underlined the importance of this rotation in view of future major competitions, as 6 Nations Tournament 2025.
Ramos at the gates of history
Thomas Ramosfullback at Stade Toulousain, could become the second best director in the history of the Blues if he scores at least 16 points against Argentina. With currently 364 points in the tricolor jersey, Ramos has already surpassed Thierry Lacroix and Morgan Parra and is getting closer to the record of Frédéric Michalak (436 points).
Argentina is banking on its executives to challenge the Blues
L’Argentineled by Felipe Contepomi, revealed a composition almost unchanged compared to its last match against Ireland (22-19 defeat). Gonzalo Garcia takes Gonzalo Bertranou's place at the scrum, while team stalwarts like Julian Montoya, Pablo Matera et Juan Cruz Mallia will be aligned. (Source: Le Figaro)
The Argentines can also count on several players playing in Top 14such as Joel Sclavi (La Rochelle) and Bautista Delguy (Clermont). This strategy highlights the importance of European experience in their workforce.
Harry Plummer joins Clermont for three seasons
The ASM Clermont Auvergne formalized the signing of Harry Plummeropener for the Auckland Blues and champion of Super Rugby 2024.
At 26, Plummer, who will join the club in July 2025, is considered a strategic reinforcement for the Yellow and Blue. Christophe Urioscoach of Clermont, welcomed this acquisition, highlighting the qualities of this player capable of also playing in the center. (Source : ASM Rugby)
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