The coach of the XV of France, Fabien Galthié, tested positive Tuesday for Covid-19.

In the middle of the Six Nations Tournament, all the players as well as the staff were placed in solitary confinement.

The coach of the XV of France Fabien Galthié was "diagnosed positive for Covid-19", announced Tuesday the French Rugby Federation.

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A test carried out on Monday revealed a case within the technical staff of the Blues and another "suspicious and unsuccessful" concerning Fabien Galthié, who was retested on Tuesday.

Players and management, gathered in Marcoussis, were placed in solitary confinement.

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