Union Bordeaux-Bègles is preparing for a crucial clash in the Champions Cup. Saturday’s match against the Exeter team represents a major challenge for the Girondins, particularly because of the withdrawals which affect their squad.
A tough challenge against Exeter
Union Bordeaux-Bègles is preparing for an important match this Saturday as part of the third day of the Champions Cup, where they will face Exeter. This is a crucial meeting for the Bordeaux players, who want to put everything on their side to overcome the English at home. Courage and determination will be required to hope for a positive result outside.
Absences that weigh
However, UBB faces an additional challenge with the absence of a few key team members. Manager Yannick Bru unfortunately has to deal without one of his pillars in the second line. Adam Coleman, the Australian player, will not be on the field. His recent hamstring injury, which occurred during the match against Stade-Français Paris the previous weekend, sidelined him for an estimated period of two months. This absence adds to those already problematic of Jonny Gray, who is suffering from an ankle injury, and Pierre Bochaton, recovering after back surgery.
-Other Sidelines and Hopeful Returns
Connor Sa is also on the unavailable list, due to a calf strain which is preventing him from participating in the match. These absences remain a serious handicap for the team’s defensive strategy. However, in this table of injuries, some good news intervenes: Matthieu Jalibert is in the running to rejoin the team, thus marking his return after a period of recovery.
To complete this overview of the injured, it is important to remember that Falatea, Perchaud, Samu, in addition to Gray and Bochaton, are still being treated in the infirmary. These absences significantly complicate the choices of Yannick Bru, who will have to juggle the available options to field a competitive team against Exeter. The UBB is heading towards this European competition with the firm intention of beating the odds and returning to Bordeaux with a precious victory.
