In full offense, Ronan O’Gara, the manager of La Rochelle, spoke on an idea that could bring a “brilliant” change to rugby.
It is a ritual that animates the weekends in rugby. On the eve of a meeting, or sometimes two days before, the coaches announce their team composition for the weekend match. No more bluff: we know who will play, from n ° 1 to 15, and who will start on the bench. Except last minute glitch, of course.
Supporters got into the habit, managers too. But some would like it to change. And in particular Ronan O’Gara, the boss of La Rochelle. The former Irish international, consultant for Sky Sports,
has reacted positively to this proposal from English Will Greenwood.
“I don’t think it takes long before this rule changes. I do not think that we are very far from the moment when, as in football, we will not announce the team anymore until the start ”, estimated Greenwood.
A strategic change
This could bring a little spice to the pre-match. And also offer a strategic interest in coaches. Greenwood explains: ” You have thirty players … let’s say it rains the strings: you say to yourself: ‘I want my two best at the foot, my best plates, my three strongest rear’. “”
Ronan O’Gara approves. “We cannot, with the regulations, he recalled. But I find it really interesting. It would be great. »» And why not?
