Paul Willemse was sent off in the second half against the Welsh.
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The second line of the XV of France Paul Willemse, excluded against Wales, will be heard Tuesday by the disciplinary committee of the Six Nations Tournament, the organizers announced on Monday, a few days before the decisive match against Scotland.
The hearing will take place by videoconference, specified the VI nations, citing an infringement of Law 9.12 of World Rugby regulations: “A player must not attack anyone physically or verbally.
Physical assault includes, but is not limited to, biting, punching, coming into contact with the eye, eyes or eye area, hitting with any part of the arm, shoulder, head or knees, stomping, tripping or kicking.
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Galthié hopes for clemency
In the 67th minute of the match between the Blues and the Welsh (32-30), the second line of the XV of France received a red card for a clearing at the neck but especially with a hand in the face of 'Alun Wyn Jones, at eye level.
“I think he doesn't deserve a heavy penalty, I think he deserves leniency.
When you look at the pictures, for me, there is no contact.
Or, it is minimal and above all, not voluntary, ”argued coach Fabien Galthié after the meeting.
“You can see the way the Welshman plays the stage, his 'body language'.
I hope that the refereeing body will judge that this sanction is not necessary for Paul Willemse, ”added the boss of the Blues.
As a reminder, France faces Scotland on Friday in a late match.
She will win the tournament if she wins with the offensive bonus, by a margin of at least 21 points, necessary to overtake Wales in the standings.
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