Jacques Brunel named new France head coach after Guy Noves sacked

    Jacques Brunel has been announced as the new France head coach after the sacking of Guy Noves.

    Officials confirmed today, France have sacked head coach Guy Noves after two years in charge, with Jacques Brunel replacing him.

    Noves took over following the 2015 World Cup but presided over just seven wins in 21 Tests.

    Former Italy coach Brunel has signed a contract to take him up to the 2019 World Cup in Japan.

    French Rugby Federation president Bernard Laporte said Brunel will be assisted by "a pool of five or six" Top 14 coaches.

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