XV OF France. Dupont-Ntamack finally reunited, Barassi in pole position in the center: the probable composition of the Blues

This Wednesday, in Marcoussis, the French XV trained in full to refine their automatisms nine days before the opening of the 6 Nations Tournament against Wales. A session which made it possible to confirm several trends on the composition of the team.

Dupont and Ntamack, the return hinge

After an absence of seventeen months in the blue jersey, Romain Ntamack (25 years old, 37 caps) returned to his position at the opening alongside captain Antoine Dupont. This duo, essential during the 2022 Grand Slam, will be responsible for leading the game against the Welsh. Thomas Ramos, excellent in 10 during the autumn tour, returned to his place at the back.

Barassi holds the rope in the center

The center pair aligned during training, composed of Pierre-Louis Barassi and Yoram Moefana, seems to be holding the rope. Fabien Galthié recently praised the qualities of Toulouse in the Midi Olympique: “He goes through the matches, he is good, efficient. This is great potential. »

On the wings, Gabin Villière replaced Louis Bielle-Biarrey, who was still recovering after feeling dizzy last weekend. Damian Penaud, still essential, will occupy the other wing.

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A solid and mobile pack

On the front line, Jean-Baptiste Gros seems to be a step ahead of Cyril Baille for the position of left pillar, alongside Uini Atonio and Peato Mauvaka. Baille has just returned from injury and will need to get back into international rhythm before starting as a starter. In the second row, Romain Taofifenua replaced Emmanuel Meafou, preserved after a shoulder contusion. On the third row, Grégory Alldritt will be accompanied by Paul Boudehent and François Cros, forming a trio capable of competing in all sectors.

Bielle-Biarrey expected, Meafou reassuring

Louis Bielle-Biarrey, who has not yet participated in collective training, should join the group at the end of the week. As for Emmanuel Meafou, his slight shoulder injury does not call into question his participation in the match against Wales.

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The Blues are gaining strength

After an opening session with reduced numbers on Tuesday, Wednesday's training marked an increase in intensity. The probable composition is taking shape little by little, and the automatisms are beginning to be rebuilt in a group where the executives take their responsibilities. Preparation continues, with a new session open to the press scheduled for Sunday, before fully switching to the meeting on January 31.