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Fabien Galthié Names 37-Man France Squad for New Zealand Summer Tour

The squad blends new talents with veteran campaigners in preparation for three tests against the All Blacks.

Overview

  • Fabien Galthié revealed a 37-player roster on June 24 for Tests on July 5, 12 and 19 in New Zealand.
  • Racing 92 centre Gaël Fickou will captain Les Bleus, becoming the most-capped active player to lead the side.
  • The squad features five uncapped players from Aviron Bayonnais and four selections from RC Toulon alongside seasoned internationals.
  • Up to five finalists from the June 28 Top 14 final between Toulouse and UBB will join the tour party but cannot play in the opening Test.
  • Antoine Dupont is unavailable due to injury, with Paul Boudehent and Grégory Alldritt declining selection for the tour.