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Top 14: Why Jake White’s approach was his downfall at Montpellier

South African Jake White is set to be replaced as Montpellier coach by Vern Cotter next summer – here's a look at where he went wrongWatchful eye: Montpellier head coach Jake White oversees training. Photo: Getty ImagesSouth African Jake White is set to be replaced as Montpellier coach by Vern Cotter next summer – here's a look at where he went wrong

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Top 14 to promote French talent over foreign imports

The rise of the Top 14 has been inverted by the steady decline of the French national team but new JIFF regulations may be about to stem the tidePaying public: Fans will be seeing more French qualified players next seasonMidi Olympique’s XV of the Weekend in Monday’s edition was a United Nations of rugby talent. England’s Nick Abendanon at …Continue reading »

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Top 14: Could La Rochelle become French champions?

After four rounds of Top 14 action, La Rochelle are sitting pretty at the top of the table. Can they keep it up? Surprise package: Could La Rochelle win the Top 14?A gambler would have got enticing odds if he’d bet a few euros on La Rochelle to be leading the …Continue reading »

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