Six Nations: Key player left out of France squad to face Scotland

Unpredictable match-winner left out of trip to Edinburgh
By Gareth Black
Published 5th Mar 2020, 15:00 BST
Updated 5th Mar 2020, 15:00 BST
The France squad is put through its paces in Marcoussis ahead of the Six Nations clash with Scotland at BT MurrayfieldThe France squad is put through its paces in Marcoussis ahead of the Six Nations clash with Scotland at BT Murrayfield
The France squad is put through its paces in Marcoussis ahead of the Six Nations clash with Scotland at BT Murrayfield

France winger Teddy Thomas has been dropped from the squad for the Six Nations match in Scotland on Sunday.

He was among the 14 players released back to their club sides on Thursday. Head coach Fabien Galthie will name his side for the match at BT Murrayfield on Friday.

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Tournament favourites France are seeking their fourth wins on the bounce in this year's competition.

The inconsistent Thomas, who has been in and out of the national team in recent years, makes way for the return of ASM Clermont’s Damian Penaud.

Penaud was a regular during last year's Rugby World Cup but missed the first three Six Nations matches after tearing a calf muscle on the eve of the opening game against England.

He is expected to be picked on the right wing against Scotland, against whom he scored two tries in last year's summer test.

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Although Racing 92 winger Thomas scored in the win against Italy, his defending and tackling in the narrow win at Wales was found wanting.

Penaud has less speed and skill than the unpredictable match-winner Thomas, but brings more consistency and stronger tackling.

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