There were a few absentees this Tuesday at RC Vannes training, carried out on the synthetic pitch because the usual one was not passable.
This was particularly the case for Mako Vunipola. “He had his toe infiltrated so he was off for 48 hours,” explained Jean-Noël Spitzer at a press conference. He will resume tomorrow, quietly in the room, and I think that on Thursday, he will resume with the group. »
The English international left pillar will, however, not play on Saturday. But should be back against Stade Français the following weekend.
Robin Taccola, starter in the last two RCV matches, is entitled to a week’s vacation before joining the Bleuets to play in the U20 Six Nations Tournament, the first match of which will take place at La Rabine, Saturday February 1 (9 p.m. 10), against Wales.
Games forfeited against the Scarlets
Mattéo Desjeux, released with concussion only eight minutes after coming into play against Edinburgh, was also absent. “He had a criterion 1 concussion so he is resting for the moment and he will resume the protocol,” said the Breton manager. He can’t apply for the Scarlets. He was expected to play, but he won’t play. »
This was also the case for Enzo Benmegal who must join Marcoussis this Wednesday to prepare for the SVNS tournament in Perth (Australia, January 24-26) with the French 7s team.
Finally, Simon Augry, who had withdrawn one day before the reception in Edinburgh, returned to his family for private concerns.
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