Antonie Claasen discusses the Springboks versus France Rugby World Cup Quarter-final clash at Stade de France in Saint-Denis, Paris.
Yoram Moefana of France in action against Damian De Allende of South Africa and Franco Mostert of South Africa during the International Friendly rugby match between France and South Africa at the Velodrome Stadium in Marseille, southern France, 12 November 2022.
“The two sides are evenly matched. Both teams have a similar culture. Fabien Galthié has taken the blueprint from Rassie and added an edge to France. They have a big squad, and everybody understands their role within that, and they play to their strengths. “This generation of French players has self-belief. They believe they are the best side in the world because their mindset has shifted from a few years ago. The French are good up front, and their backline is on fire.
“We speak a lot about ‘French flair’ – and they have found it again – but it’s going to be tight,” he reiterates. “The fact that the Stade de France will be packed with home support makes them favourites.”Claasen believes the Boks’ experience is vital to advance to the semi-finals. “South Africa stands up when the chips are down. The guys stand up, they have the mentality and the experience of having won the last World Cup.”However, he does worry about the goal-kicking in such a crucial game.
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