For the first time this season, Christophe Urios chose to put six forwards on the bench. A decision dictated by the Clermont forces of the moment. The Bordeaux-Bègles reception, this Saturday (2:30 p.m.), is also an opportunity to see a new pair of centers develop.
The return of Pita Gus Sowakula
The return of Pita Gus Sowakula is important for the Clermont workforce. The third line indeed has the ability to make the link between the forwards and the three-quarters. His ability to play behind him can also bring continuity to ASM's game. His tenure finally allows the Clermont staff to put in place a balanced third line with Alexandre Fischer and Fritz Lee at his side.
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A new pair of centers
This season, Christophe Urios is trying in vain to find the right formula in the center of the field. With George Moala's poor form and Irae Simone's injury (knee), the staff must rack their brains. For the first time this season, Léon Darricarrère and Pierre Fouyssac will be aligned in the center. They had already been last season in La Rochelle (42-3 defeat). “They are real specialists in the position. They didn't play much together, but they had a good week.” To be confirmed this Saturday.
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A bench in 6-2
For the first time this season, Christophe Urios chose to build a bench with six forwards. A decision dictated by the forces of the moment on the Clermont side, but also by a desire to adapt in relation to the opponent. “UBB has a habit of doing this. And then, we want to play on that because they are strong resources for us. We focus on where we can turn the match around. »
Update on Jiff
ASM will field 17 players from training courses (Jiff) against UBB. For the season, Clermont is currently largely on target with an average of 17.22 Jiff per match (155 out of 144 expected). Remember that clubs must not fall below an average of 16.
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Arnaud Clergue
The ASM Clermont team
Newsome ; Delguy, Darricarrère, Fouyssac, Jurand ; (o) Urdapilleta, (m) Jauneau (cap) ; Fischer, Lee, Sowakula ; Ceyte, Lanen ; Mountains, Fourcade, Lotrian.
Substitutes : Massa, Falgoux, Yato, Hemery, Bezy, Belleau, Tixeront, Ala'alatoa
