Erasmus backs ‘fresh’ Springboks for massive France challenge
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus believes his players are fresh enough to tackle France despite a six day turnaround between matches.
Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus has selected a largely unchanged team to face France at the Stade de France in Paris on Friday night. Only two changes have been made to the match-day squad, with scrumhalf Cobus Reinach replacing Grant Williams on the bench. The front row sees Wilco Louw move up from the bench and take Thomas du Toit's place.
Erasmus explained that despite the short turnaround from a Saturday to a Friday night game, the players were still fresh and ready. He stated that the team's minutes played during the weekend were not excessive, and that players such as Damian de Allende and Damian Willemse had limited minutes. Erasmus also mentioned that the team managed player minutes carefully, including Damian de Allende and Damian Willemse.
The coach felt the team was in good sync, having not played together recently. Erasmus admitted that a few players were unfortunate to miss out, including Grant Williams, who was replaced by Cobus Reinach. Other potential changes could occur for the upcoming game against Ireland, if the Boks win against France.
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