Bit slow getting this on here – for which I can only try to claim I have been busy…
My piece on the current state of play at French rugby headquarters over who will take over from Jacques Brunel.
Eight years ago, we knew Philippe Saint-Andre would take over as France coach from Marc Lievremont long before the 2011 World Cup kicked off. Four years ago, we knew Guy Noves would replace Saint-Andre long before the first match of the 2015 World Cup…
James Harrington: Freelance sports journalist 