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France – Maroc : une nuit agitée pour les Bleus avant le choc face aux Lions de l’Atlas
C’est le grand jour. Ce soir à 22h (heure française), la France affrontera le Maroc au Gillette Stadium de Foxborough pour une place en demi-finale de la Coupe du monde. Mais avant ce rendez-vous capital, les Bleus ont vu leur préparation être quelque peu perturbée.
Une nuit agitée devant l’hôtel des Bleus
Tout le monde connaît l’expression : à la guerre comme à la guerre. Et les supporters marocains semblent l’avoir appliquée à la lettre. Selon les informations de RMC Sport, une centaine d’entre eux se sont rassemblés à proximité de l’hôtel de l’équipe de France, à Boston, avec un objectif clair : perturber le repos des Bleus avant le quart de finale.
Et pour se faire entendre, ils n’ont pas lésiné sur les moyens. Feux d’artifice, klaxons, tambours, chants… tout était réuni pour empêcher les joueurs français de passer une nuit paisible. Le vacarme aurait débuté aux alentours de 22h30, avant de se rapprocher progressivement de l’hôtel où séjourne la sélection de Didier Deschamps. palladian.co.za
Le calme est finalement revenu
La situation n’a toutefois pas duré toute la nuit. Le service de sécurité de l’équipe de France est rapidement intervenu afin de demander aux supporters de quitter les lieux, ce qu’ils ont finalement accepté de faire.
La soirée des Bleus s’est ensuite poursuivie dans le calme, avec la visite de deux anciens internationaux français, Thierry Henry et André-Pierre Gignac. Les deux ex-attaquants sont venus échanger avec le groupe avant de quitter l’hôtel aux alentours de minuit.
Désormais, place au terrain. Dans quelques heures, Français et Marocains se disputeront une place dans le dernier carré d’un Mondial qui promet encore une soirée sous très haute tension.
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Ligue 1 : Christ Tapé signe à Toulouse
Le TFC a officialisé ce jeudi la signature du défenseur Christ Tapé en provenance du club danois, l’AC Horsens. L’international espoirs ivoirien a signé jusqu’en 2030. Le TFC enregistre sa deuxième recrue de l’été après le latéral droit, Ismaïl Diallo.
L’an dernier, il a disputé 30 matchs avec Horsens pour un but et une passe décisive, mais aussi 58 rencontres depuis son arrivée au Danemark depuis l’été 2024. « Puissant dans les duels, solide dans le jeu aérien et porté vers l’avant, il dispose d’une palette complète pour s’imposer au plus haut niveau. », écrit le TFC au sujet du joueur.
« Je suis très heureux de rejoindre le TéFéCé, merci au club pour la confiance accordée ! J’ai déjà hâte de rencontrer mes coéquipiers et découvrir le Stadium et les supporters ! », a déclaré le nouveau toulousain dans le communiqué du club.
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Brothers Vincent & Emmanuel Tshituka sign with Roc Nation Sports International
Talented brothers Vincent and Emmanuel Tshituka have made a decisive career move by joining the ever-expanding South African rugby roster at Roc Nation Sports International.
The Congolese-born siblings have established themselves as two of the most explosive and dynamic forwards in South African rugby, which has seen both secure eligibility to represent the Springboks.
Vincent, 27, made his Springbok Test debut last year against Italy, while Emmanuel, 26, has recently formed part of the national alignment camps. The two close-knit brothers previously played together at the Lions before both moving to the Sharks.
On and off the field, the brotherly bond runs deep, and maintaining strong family values is extremely close to their hearts and resonates with the 360-degree service that Roc Nation Sports International will offer.
Vincent expressed his excitement about joining Roc Nation Sports International.
“Family is very important to both Manu and I, and we’ve watched how RNSI supports its athletes as individuals both on and off the field. To join the ‘Roc Fam’ alongside some of the best players in the world is an honour, and we can’t wait for this next chapter.”
Emmanuel added: “We recognised real synergy and alignment with the vision of Roc Nation Sports International, which goes far beyond standard representation, and focuses on long-term brand building, storytelling and support on and off the field. They also care about both the athlete and their families.”
The addition of the brothers to the star-studded RNSI roster caps off an extraordinary period of growth for the agency’s rugby division, following hot on the heels of several high-profile acquisitions including rising stars Haashim Pead (Lions), Oliver Reid (Stormers), Jaco Williams (Sharks) and Jonathan Roche (Stormers).
Matt Norton, the newly-appointed Head of Rugby at Roc Nation Sports International, welcomed the recruitment of the Tshituka brothers.
“Vincent and Manu are exceptional athletes who bring an incredible blend of power and skill to our roster. To sign both brothers is truly exciting, and represents a unique storytelling opportunity with this special sibling ‘double act’.
“We are committed to providing world-class, holistic representation that empowers our players to excel on the pitch while maximising their global commercial footprint. We are absolutely thrilled to welcome the brothers to the family.”
Issued by Roc Nation Sports International
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Benhard named on England bench
South African centre Benhard Janse van Rensburg is set to make his Test debut for England against Fiji at Hill Dickinson Stadium in Liverpool on Saturday.
The 29-year-old has been named on the bench for the Nations Championship clash after becoming eligible to represent his adopted country on 8 July.
Janse van Rensburg, who featured for an England XV in last month’s non-cap match against a France XV, previously represented the Junior Springboks before playing for the Leopards, Sharks, Kings and Cheetahs in South Africa.
He has since established himself as one of the English Premiership’s standout midfielders with the Bristol Bears.
Two players come into the starting XV beaten by the Springboks at Ellis Park last weekend.
Henry Slade starts at outside centre with Tommy Freeman moving to the right wing and Immanuel Feyi-Waboso to the left wing, in place of the injured Cadan Murley.
In the pack, Guy Pepper starts at openside flank with Tom Curry dropping down to the bench.
Uncapped trio George Kloska, Janse van Rensburg and Noah Caluori are named among the replacements.
“We’ve had a really positive week of preparation, and the players have worked hard in training,” said coach Steve Borthwick.
“We know Fiji will provide a tough challenge. They are a dangerous side who will demand the very best from us.
“It’s fantastic to be playing at Hill Dickinson Stadium, which is an outstanding venue. There is a real passion for rugby across the north of England, and we’re looking forward to experiencing a brilliant atmosphere in Liverpool.”
England complete their Nations Championship campaign against Argentina in Santiago del Estero next week.
ENGLAND – 15 Marcus Smith, 14 Tommy Freeman, 13 Henry Slade, 12 Seb Atkinson, 11 Immanuel Feyi-Waboso, 10 Fin Smith, 9 Jack van Poortvliet, 8 Ben Earl, 7 Guy Pepper, 6 Ollie Chessum, 5 George Martin, 4 Alex Coles, 3 Joe Heyes, 2 Jamie George (c), 1 Ellis Genge.
Bench: 16 Luke Cowan-Dickie, 17 Asher Opoku-Fordjour, 18 George Kloska, 19 Tom Curry, 20 Henry Pollock, 21 Alex Mitchell, 22 Benhard Janse van Rensburg, 23 Noah Caluori.
Photo: Warren Little/Getty Images
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