Nolann Le Garrec Withdraws from France's Rugby Squad Due to Knee Injury
Julien Marchand is recalled as France prepares for their upcoming match against Japan in the autumn tour.
- Nolann Le Garrec, the scrum-half for Racing 92, suffered a knee injury during training and will not participate in the upcoming match against Japan.
- Le Garrec was initially seen as the backup for Antoine Dupont but will be replaced by Baptiste Serin in the squad.
- Julien Marchand has been recalled to the team, replacing Maxime Lamothe, as France finalizes its squad for the autumn international matches.
- The French squad will face Japan on November 9, followed by matches against New Zealand and Argentina.
- Other notable changes include the exclusion of Uini Atonio due to injury and the inclusion of Léon Darricarrère in the center position.