In this episode of the French Rugby CONNECTIONS podcast, Véronique Landew and Bill Hooper discuss the latest news in French rugby, focusing on the Challenge Cup and the European Champions Cup. Highlights include the performance of Lyon against Bath, strategies, and player highlights, particularly from  Louis Bielle-Biarrey. The episode also covers the important match between Bordeaux Begles and Northampton, as well as the broader European rugby landscape, noting key players such as  Matthieu Jalibert, Damian Penaud, Henry Pollock, etc. Predictions for upcoming matches and reflections on previous games are also discussed. Enjoy the French Rugby CONNECTIONS Podcast, the rugby podcast with the Gallic flair

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:28 Challenge Cup Preview: Lyon vs Bar
02:21 Key Players to Watch
03:45 Lyon's Performance and Strategy
09:21 Upcoming Matches and Predictions for the European Champions Cup
13:52 French Rugby Stars and Awards
25:20 Conclusion