Why him? – Because Damien Chouly disappoint. While it remains a valuable master key, its presence in the ground game as well as standing in the game is far too discreet. Permanent displacement of Bernard Le Roux (26 years, 22 caps) and slaughter defense should probably afford to muzzle Kieran Read, Richie McCaw and Jerome Kaino.
Bernard Le Roux (France) – Icon Sport
What The staff –
“I expect that Bernard advance at impact and be the first at the cleanings” , explained the coach. “It is very strong on areas of rucks. It’s a top player” says Philippe Saint-André. “He plaque, he argues, he gets up at the last minute, he sprints over 40 meters … He, when he gets on the field, you know he will not have 2 out of 20, but 14 or 18. Holder or replacement, it is very important in our system. In key it is large and has good timing, it has almost 19 VMA, he runs everywhere, he does not ask questions. It speeds on bullet taken or when he wants to tackle, he does not put the handbrake “.
Our opinion – Given the failure of the Blues in the rucks, Bernard Le Roux undoubtedly will do good to challenge the balloons on the ground. Often the best tackler XV of France, its profile is must for scrap in an intense game. And its size (197 cm) will relieve the tri-color alignment in the absence of Damien Chouly.
Why him? – Because it’s a boss. With his experience in the 2011 World Cup, we felt it coming when Morgan Parra (26 years, 65 caps) would shift the position of number 1 scrumhalf. At each of its inputs into play, the Clermont was more sharp and more inspired than Sébastien Tillous-Borde. And his foot provides another weapon to move the All Blacks.
Morgan Parra prepares to introduce into the fray – France Wales – February 28, 2015 – Icon Sport
What The staff – “From the moment Morgan starts, Sébastien knows he can not be replaced because we need a striker in the end match “, said Saint-André. “Morgan is a great competitor. From the beginning, it’s a beautiful World Cup. leadership is known about the forwards and his ability to stick to the balloon” . “In our team, there are not many players that have a lot of capes. He’s the case” , insisted Patrice Lagisquet, the rear coach, most recently. “He will bring his mind. But today it has become an accomplished playmaker. He has a full technical array and the management of the game, it is increasingly relevant. He has lived” .
Our opinion – The choice of Morgan Parra is the reason. On this kind of game, experience is paramount. And when it was tipped flyhalf in a final phase of World Cup, we can all assume. Mentally, the scrum half is a comprehensive insurance. His leadership is evident from the front. And its association with Frédéric Michalak will undoubtedly serenity Game XV of France.
Why him? – Because we would not have realized that Philippe Saint-Andre does not further give him a chance, even in a substitute role. With only 12 minutes of play in this World Cup, Rory Kockott (29, 10 caps) plays the extras. To him now to show that it is a real “winner game.”
Rory Kockott – Icon Sport
What The staff –
“It is a competitor at heart, strong in duels as offensive defensive” , ensures Philippe Saint-André. “He can abut to over 40 meters, it handles well as slow speed bags, is a good finisher” .
Our opinion – The profile has everything to make differences, being a “mix” between Tillous-Borde (power and defensive strength) and Parra (kicking game and offensive initiative). Especially if the end of the match against the All Blacks is tightened. Philippe Saint-Andre knows Sud’Af competitor of mind. And the coach of the Blues could use in this quarterfinal.
Why him? – Because it should certainly have been THE incumbent at this World Cup, instead of Bastareaud if injuring his Achilles tendon had not come to gun down his season with Racing 92. After some tough outings, especially on warm-up matches, Alexandre Dumoulin (26 years, 7 selections) seems to have regained confidence. Is it enough to fool Conrad Smith and Ma’a Nonu?
Alexandre Dumoulin facing Fiji in Marseille – in November 2014 – Icon Sport
What The staff – “Alexandre is unique” , insists Philippe Saint-André. “It has big capacities to live the ball. He moves well. He plate well. It is technology by being able to stand her partner on a pass, but also relatively strong” .
Our opinion – The presence of Bastareaud in a role puncher has shown its limits. If the progress of three quarters Toulon center are indisputable, one is obliged to note that the balloons are struggling to circulate to the wings where Brice Dulin and Noa Naikataci languish. Tenure of Alexandre Dumoulin could improve traffic flow of the ball and his body language should propose airier alternative to the Game XV de France. But let’s not completely naive, Dumoulin remains primarily a powerful center.
From our special correspondent in Newport, Vincent FATHER-LAHAILLE
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