Sport · Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Rugby: bottom-of-the-table clubs aim for honor at season's end
Richard Dourthe calls on poorly-ranked teams to preserve their dignity despite reduced sporting stakes.
By Editorial team

Richard Dourthe, former French international and consultant for Canal+, believes that bottom-of-the-table clubs must draw on their pride to finish the season with dignity. Facing limited sporting stakes, cohesion becomes the main weapon for these teams. The objective is no longer victory but self-respect. Dourthe emphasizes that pride must take precedence to avoid complete collapse.