Death of Cléa, 17 years old: the French Rugby Federation announces a national tribute

Mourning by the death of Cléa, a young 17-year-old player dismissed from the Union du Bassin Marmandais, French rugby will reflect. In a press release addressed to the press, the French Rugby Federation announces a tribute on all French rugby fields for this weekend of October 24 and 25.

“To honor her memory, to show her support and solidarity towards her family, her loved ones, her teammates and her club, the French Rugby Federation has decided, in agreement with Cléa’s family, to pay tribute to her this weekend on all French rugby fields,” explains the FFR.

The players of the XV of France will wear a black armband

A minute of applause will be observed before the kick-off of all amateur rugby matches played this weekend throughout France. It will be the same on all professional grounds thanks to the support of the NRL. Finally, the players of the French Women's XV will wear a black armband during their match against New Zealand, this Saturday at 4:05 a.m. (French time).

Cléa “was the victim of an accident during the match between his team and Agen Agglo Rugby, Saturday October 17” in Marmande, the FFR wrote on Wednesday. The tragedy occurred during a game action, AFP learned, while the federation promises that “everything will be done to understand the circumstances of this accident.” The teenager died after the match in hospital from her injuries. “The entire Union du bassin Marmandais family is in shock and plunged into deep sadness,” wrote the club.

“Through these moments of contemplation, the Federation wishes to allow the entire rugby family, players, educators, referees, managers, volunteers and supporters, to unite in the memory of Cléa and to share the pain of those who loved her. They will also allow us to continue to promote Cléa in accordance with the wishes of the family,” concludes the FFR in its press release.