2023-09-01 17:09:26
By Sebastien Vau
Posted 26 minutes ago, Just Updated
Paul Willemse Norbert Scanella / PANORAMIC
After opener Romain Ntamack, the second line, injured in the thigh, is forced to give up the competition. A new blow after the injuries of Cyril Baille and Jonathan Danty.
A new blow is looming for the XV of France. After the withdrawal of Romain Ntamack, and the injuries of Cyril Baille and Jonathan Danty, it is the second line Paul Willemse who could miss the Rugby World Cup in France.
The Montpellier player injured his thigh this week while performing the physical sessions scheduled during these five days spent at home. Yet another relapse for the player, not spared from muscle injuries lately and who had only played 10 Top 14 games last season.
Bastien Chalureau called
Around 5 p.m., the FFR confirmed that he was replaced in the group of 33 by his MHR teammate, Bastien Chalureau, who had carried out the summer preparation and was on the list of reservists. A list that includes Paul Willemse, a sign that he could be restored during competition.
Already absent at the 2019 World Cup due to a groin injury, the second line of South African origin is unlucky.
Despite three victories in four preparation matches, the XV of France accumulates injuries for its opening match of the World Cup against New Zealand on September 8.
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