France Names 42-Man Squad for Six Nations Clash Against Ireland
Emmanuel Meafou and Romain Buros return to the squad as France prepares for a pivotal match in Dublin.
- Emmanuel Meafou is back in the French squad after recovering from a lung infection that sidelined him for the Italy match.
- Romain Buros also returns to the group after recovering from an ankle injury sustained earlier in the tournament.
- The match against Ireland on March 8 is critical, as Ireland leads the standings and remains the only team pursuing a Grand Slam.
- Fabien Galthié has included a mix of experienced players and returning talents, with notable names like Antoine Dupont, Matthieu Jalibert, and Damian Penaud in the squad.
- The second-row pairing of Meafou and Thibaud Flament could be reunited for the first time this Six Nations, following their successful partnership in previous tournaments.