France Announces 42-Player Squad for 2025 Six Nations Tournament
The list includes notable returns, rising stars, and players recovering from legal and injury setbacks as France prepares for the tournament starting January 31.
- Fabien Galthié has named a 42-player squad, including key returns like Romain Ntamack and Matthieu Jalibert, after their respective absences due to injury and personal decisions.
- Hugo Auradou and Oscar Jegou, cleared of legal charges in December but still facing an appeal, are included, with Galthié emphasizing their eligibility and potential.
- Veteran prop Rabah Slimani, 35, makes a surprise return after a five-year absence, filling gaps in the front row caused by injuries to key players.
- Young talents like Noah Nene, a 20-year-old center from Pro D2's Dax, and Gaël Dréan, the Top 14's current top try-scorer, earn their first call-ups.
- Several regulars, including Charles Ollivon, Gaël Fickou, and Uini Atonio, are sidelined due to injuries, potentially leading to further adjustments before the tournament begins.
Le Figaro 