Started 20 times last year in his 29 matches playedMickaël Guillard is already positioning himself as a candidate for the November tour of the French XV in the second row position. Aligned from the start by the Lyon staff at the start of the season, he could indeed invite himself to the Blues this fall.
At just 23 years old, the former U20 international impressed this summer during his first selection against Argentina, and could take advantage of the possible absence of Paul Willemse to gain playing time under Fabien Galthié.
During the tests against the Pumas, Guillard surprised everyoneSolid in duels, precise in touch, and valuable in defense, he was able to respond in a complicated context.
A remarkable performance, and above all promising for the rest of his international career. Enough to fuel the debates on his presence for the November tests. Which will be played against New Zealand, Japan and South Africa. We could thus imagine him on the match sheet for the second match.
RUGBY. ”Suspension problems”, Paul Willemse: Mystery surrounding his suspension and his return to Top 14With Willemse in doubt and Taofifénua increasingly challenged by youth, the doors seem wide open for Guillard. Of course, the competition is strong with Meafou, Flament, Woki, or even the promising Posolo Tuilagi, but the Lyonnais has a card to play, especially since his versatility and dynamism please the French staff. He can indeed play in all three positions on the third line.
“I want to show that I can become important. Above all, what I want to do is show that it wasn’t just one season. Show that this is my current level. Show that I can do this over several seasons, to help the team as best I can. It’s collective that counts. If I can allow the team to win and win matches by playing well, I will continue to do that and try to improve in each match.“
At LOU, Mickaël Guillard continues to grow in power and gain playing time. His extension until 2029 clearly illustrates the important place he occupies within the club. Indispensable at the club, he knows that he must string together performances to convince Fabien Galthié to take him into the battle this fall.
The November tour could therefore be a turning point for him in his international career. Stringing together good outings in the Top 14, proving that he can compete with the best in the second row, that’s the challenge that awaits him. It’s up to him to continue on this path to impose himself. So, Guillard in the France squad for November? Nothing is decided yet, but the Lyonnais has all the cards in hand.
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