France Prepares for Six Nations Opener with Controversial Player Selections

Auradou and Jegou, previously cleared of legal charges, are included as substitutes for the match against Wales this Friday.

The French national rugby team has announced its lineup for the Six Nations opener against Wales, featuring the return of key players Antoine Dupont and Romain Ntamack after absences last year.
Hugo Auradou and Oscar Jegou, who were previously under legal scrutiny in Argentina but cleared in December, are named as substitutes for the match.
Damian Penaud and Gaël Fickou are unavailable due to injuries, with Théo Attissogbe and Yoram Moefana stepping into starting roles.
Former international Yoann Huget expressed confidence in the French team's ability to win the tournament, citing their depth and potential despite challenges in previous years.
The match is scheduled to take place at the Stade de France on Friday at 9:15 PM local time, marking the start of the 2025 Six Nations Championship.