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France call in reinforcements

Coach Fabien Galthié has recalled a clutch of experienced players for France's showdown in Paris against the world champion Springboks this coming Friday night.

Published: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 11:42 AM
France call in reinforcements
Key Things to Know
  • Fabien Galthie has recalled experienced players to France's squad ahead of Friday's test against South Africa.
  • Hooker Julien Marchand, Gael Fickou, Teddy Thomas, Louis Carbonel, and Gael Drean have joined the squad.
  • Flyhalf Romain Ntamack suffered a shoulder injury during France's 54-17 victory over Fiji.
The Story in 60 Seconds

France head coach Fabien Galthie has recalled several experienced players ahead of their upcoming clash against the South Africa Springboks in Paris on Friday. The call-ups come after Les Bleus defeated Fiji 54-17 in Lyon on Saturday, despite France having lost five consecutive matches against South Africa at the Stade de France.

Hooker Julien Marchand returns after a thigh injury, while center Gael Fickou, winger Teddy Thomas, flyhalf Louis Carbonel, and winger Gael Drean were also added to the squad. The reinforcements arrive after flyhalf Romain Ntamack suffered a shoulder injury, adding to existing absences for Matthieu Jalibert and Thomas Ramos.

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