Bordeaux revelling in English connection

Anglo-Saxon making a mark: Rory Teague is inspiring Bordeaux
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Atrio of British coaches have inspired Bordeaux-Begles to their best start to a season since promotion six years ago. So often had they just missed out on the top six, the team had become known as the nearly men under previous boss Raphael Ibanez.
But Jacques Brunel, his replacement, is highlighting the Made in Britain role of the men he has empowered to run the side.
And they proved their worth with a thrilling 30-27 win over Toulon, their fifth success in seven games.
The Anglo-Saxons, as Brunel calls th...

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