France: managing 33 Top 14 players for 2026

Fabien Galthié is controlling playing time for 33 French players in the championship to optimally prepare them for the 2026 World Cup.

French coach Fabien Galthié has implemented a playing time management protocol for thirty-three players competing in the Top 14 this season. This framework aims to preserve their physical and mental condition ahead of the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico. This strategy allows the Blues to maintain maximum availability without overloading the squad before the global competition. France is thus preparing its qualification campaign and tournament participation with a cautious and planned approach.