2023-09-12 00:59:49
By Le Figaro with AFP
Published yesterday at 8:57 p.m., Updated now
The Uruguayans will challenge the French on Thursday evening in Lille. IGNACIO SANCHEZ MELLO / AFP
For its first match in the competition, Uruguay is ambitious against the XV of France.
L’Uruguay «really wants to make history at this World Cup», Launched Teros back coach Joaquin Pastore on Monday, three days before facing the XV of France on Thursday evening in Lille.
«This is our first match in the competition and it promises to be historic. This is the first time we meet France, the host country, which is one of the favorites. Uruguay arrives in better shape than ever. Before, we were amateurs. Today, we can rely on a good pool of players who are all professionals», added the Uruguayan technician at a press conference.
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Same story from the players’ side. “For us, it is a pleasure to be able to start the competition against the organizing country. Beyond the audience and the atmosphere, it will be a source of motivation. We’re not used to playing in front of so many people but it’s a source of pride, it will push us to give a little more on the pitch“, promised hooker Guillermo Pujadas.
With what ambitions? “The team is doing very well and will approach Thursday’s match in optimal shape, assures assistant coach Guzmán Barreiro. We will try to see what their game plan could be, but we will have to concentrate above all on our strengths to use them to the best advantage. It’s a major challenge and we look forward to this match on Thursday. »
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