Scott Fardy wants Connacht to absorb French lessons

Skipper Cian Prendergast is back to lead Connacht but their other three Irish internationals again sit out their second match in the competition.

FRENCH LESSONS: Connacht Defence Coach Scott Fardy wants Connacht to absorb French lessons. Picture: ©INPHO/James Crombie

Connacht defence coach Scott Fardy said trips to France can be very formative for younger players and he expects they will learn a lot from this trip to the Stade Aime Giral on Sunday.

“I think it's why there has been a lot of talk about European rugby over the last week, and for me, it was some of the great experiences of my career going down to France when I was playing for Leinster and playing in France Test matches as well. I think it's still a massive part of the game. It's just going away and doing those things,” added Fardy.