Charles Ollivon was appointed captain of the XV of France after the World Cup in Japan, even though everyone saw the status reaching out to Jefferson Poirot, irremovable vice-captain under Jacques Brunel. Fabien Galthié has decided otherwise, and no one knows what role this downfall may have had in the loss of morale that led the Bordeaux to abandon the blue jacket.
"I know Jeff, he's a super-honest person. I respect Jeff's choice. ” As captain, Ollivon wanted to pay tribute to his now ex-teammate, whom he nevertheless hopes to see one day reverse his decision.
“The French team requires that we devote maximum energy to it. It's the international level, you really have to give everything. We don't have the right to be 99% there. I hope one day to postpone the blue jersey with Jeff. It is a dream to be able to continue playing as much as possible with this team from France because it is the highest level and that, personally, I really enjoy, "added the Toulonnais.
"A little exchange"
The UBB player had warned his now ex-teammates, as well as the Blues staff, before making his announcement. “We had a little discussion before the various media outings. He warned the players of the France team of his choice. We were able to talk about it but not long, ”said Ollivon.
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