This summer, two French internationals, Hugo Auradou and Oscar Jegou, were indicted for aggravated gang rape following events in Mendoza, Argentina, after a test match against the Pumas. While they await a decision from the Argentine courts regarding a request for dismissal, Oscar Jegou recently made his return to the field with La Rochelle and his teammates are campaigning for a return under the colors of the XV of France.
Jean-Marc Lhermetvice-president of the French Rugby Federationclearly stated that “ As long as there is no official dismissal, Hugo Auradou and Oscar Jegou will not play for the French team. » The next few weeks will therefore be crucial for Oscar Jegouwho hopes not only to continue his career at the highest level but also to see his name cleared in this affair which tarnishes the image of French rugby.
“We are really proud of him”
The return d’Oscar Jegou on the grounds of Top 14 was praised by his teammates and supporters. After scoring a try in his match against Stade Frenchhe showed that he was ready to return to the highest level. Dillyn Leydscaptain of The Rochelle further stated: “ We are really proud of him. He had a great match. Even though he has gone through difficult times in recent months, we have always been there for him. I hope he continues this momentum. »
“Not far from finding the French team”
« It's huge. We are very proud of him. He was having a hard time these last two, three months but we were always behind him. He must be proud of his performance. If he continues like this, he won't be far from finding the French teamadded the La Rochelle captain. I hope so for him. »
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