Rugby-Scandal-hit France forced into changes for second test against Argentina


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  • Friday, 12 Jul 2024

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BUENOS AIRES (Reuters) - France have been forced into two changes to their starting team for the second test against Argentina after the arrest of two players accused of sexual assault and the sending home of experienced back Melvyn Jaminet for a racist comment.

Hugo Auradou and Oscar Jegou were arrested on Monday after both made debuts in last week’s first test win in Mendoza, where the inexperienced French side surprised with a 28-13 victory.

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