Coach Galthie Reflects on France's Rugby World Cup Defeat, Vows Stronger Team for 2027 Tournament

Galthie's first public statement since the 2023 defeat reveals his strategy remains unchanged and believes team's average age and experience in the coming 2027 World Cup will be an advantage.

• France's Rugby Coach, Fabien Galthié, has finally broken his silence following the team's defeat in the 2023 World Cup quarter-finals, describing the loss as a 'scar that will stay with us for life'.
• Despite the disappointment, Galthié remains steadfast in his strategy, stating that if faced with the same circumstances, he would handle the situation the same way.
• Galthié, who had successfully reinvigorated the French Rugby team since taking over as coach in 2019, has signed a new contract until June 2028, suggesting his involvement in the 2027 World Cup.
• Looking ahead to the 2027 World Cup, Galthié believes that the team's average age and experience could serve as a significant advantage. During the 2023 tournament, the team's average age was 27, and Galthié predicts it could be 31 in the next tournament.
• Galthié's next major challenge will be the Six Nations tournament, where France is set to open against 2023 Grand Slam winners Ireland in Marseille on February 2.

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