French Rugby Players Cleared in Argentina Face Appeal and Potential Six Nations Selection

Oscar Jegou and Hugo Auradou, previously accused of aggravated rape in Argentina, were cleared in December but face legal appeals as France coach considers them for Six Nations squad.

Hugo Auradou and Oscar Jegou, both 21, were cleared of aggravated rape charges in Argentina in December after a judge ruled the alleged crime did not constitute a legal offense.
The accuser has appealed the dismissal, with a hearing set for February 10-11 in Mendoza, Argentina, where three judges will review the case.
The players have consistently maintained that the sexual encounter was consensual, while the accuser and her legal team allege corruption influenced the initial ruling.
French national team coach Fabien Galthié has stated that the players are 'innocent' following the dismissal and are eligible for selection based on their club performances.
The French Rugby Federation confirmed the players' eligibility for the Six Nations, with the squad announcement expected on January 15 ahead of the tournament's January 31 start against Wales.