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The France team that drew with Wales in the 1974 Five Nations
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The France team that drew with Wales in the 1974 Five Nations
Rugby Union - 1974 Five Nations Championship - Wales 16 France 16
The French team group before kick-off at Cardiff Arms Park on 16/02/1974.
Standing (left to right): Mr R Lewis (Touch-judge - WRU), Mons L Comte (Touch-judge - FFR), Rene Benesis, Jean Iraçabal, Armand Vaquerin, Jean-Claude Skrela, Victor Boffelli, Elie Cester (captain), Claude Spanghero, Alain Esteve, Mr N R Sanson (Referee - SRU)
Seated: Roland Bertranne, Joel Pecune, Jacques Fouroux, Jean-Michel Aguirre, Jean-Pierre Romeu, Jean-Pierre Lux, Andre Dubertrand
Ground: Jean-Martin Etchenique (replacement), Jean-Louis Ugartemendia (replacement), Richard Astre (replacement), Michel Droitecourt (replacement), Pierre Dospital (replacement), Marcel Lewin (replacement)
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The France team that drew with Wales in the 1974 Five Nations
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. This print takes us back to a historic moment in rugby union history. It captures the French national team, poised and ready for battle, before their intense match against Wales during the 1974 Five Nations Championship. The atmosphere at Cardiff Arms Park on that fateful day was electric, as fans eagerly awaited this clash of titans. In this snapshot frozen in time, we see the French players standing tall and proud. Their determination is evident in their focused expressions and strong stances. Led by captain Elie Cester, they exude an air of confidence mixed with anticipation. The composition of the photograph perfectly showcases both individual players and unity as a team. Each member has his place within this formidable lineup – from Rene Benesis to Claude Spanghero – all contributing their unique skills to create a force to be reckoned with. Seated calmly but no less resolute are Roland Bertranne, Jacques Fouroux, Jean-Pierre Romeu, Jean-Pierre Lux, Andre Dubertrand - key figures who would play crucial roles throughout the game. Even those on standby on the ground display unwavering dedication; Jean-Martin Etchenique, Jean-Louis Ugartemendia Richard Astre Michel Droitecourt Pierre Dospital Marcel Lewin await their chance to make an impact if called upon. This extraordinary image not only immortalizes these legendary athletes but also serves as a reminder of
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