Almost 40 degrees, very little wind and a blazing sun. It was in these very difficult conditions that the ASM rugby players trained on Tuesday afternoon July 19 at the Gravanches stadium. First practice in public since the recovery. Hundreds of supporters made the trip. “It’s always a pleasure to come and see the new players and the others too”underlines Lucas, ASM jersey on the back.
– Clementine Sabrie
In the stands, Cédric who wears a “Yellow army” t-shirt hopes that “the departures of Parra and Lopez will not influence the team’s game too much”. Like many, the Clermontois thinks that the recruits will bring new lifeincluding Anthony Belleau and Jules Plisson. “We want to see better play than last year”wishes Cédric.
Fans expect ‘decisive’ first matches
There is a lot of expectation after last season’s disappointing 7th place in the Top 14. “The first games will be decisive for the end of the season since we attack with heavy”, explains Cédric. For its first match, the ASM moves on the lawn of the French Stadium, Saturday September 3, at 5 p.m. Then, they continue with Pau, the RCT or the Stade Rochelais. “We will immediately get to the heart of the matter to show interesting things”says Cedric.
– Clementine Sabrie
In the shade under his big blue umbrella, Jean-Paul, yellow and blue hat on the headbe careful: “We’ll see how it goes, if they deliver what is expected of them.” His wife, Chantal, is waiting “automatisms in match”.
when he thinks from Morgan ParraChristian is half-nostalgic, half-vengeful: “He was a gentleman, but we wish him good luck at the Stade Français, hoping he doesn’t cause us too much misery.” Reply September 3.
– Clementine Sabrie