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After La Rochelle's defeat at home against Vannes, this Saturday, November 30 in the Top 14, Ronan O'Gara took Stade Toulousain as an example.
The surprise defeat of La Rochelle, at home this Saturday, November 30, against the promoted Vannetais (23-14) does not pass. Particularly with the coach of the Maritimes who did not speak the language when commenting on the performance of his troops at the press conference.
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“We learned a lesson,” said Ronan O’Gara, who congratulated the Bretons for their successful performance. “We failed in all areas,” continues the Irishman, who saw this meeting as a good way to prepare for the European Cup and the trip to Bath this Friday, December 6. But the main architect is me . It’s a big slap in the face, yes.”
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Asked if his players were not already in the mood for this trip to England, Ronan O'Gara replied: “I hope so. But it's still an excuse… There is a moment when we need take our responsibilities, too. Everyone must, and me too, improve the things they control. That doesn't happen in Toulouse.”
