France player cited for biting in Women’s Rugby World Cup | National Sports

LONDON (AP) — France flanker Axelle Berthoumieu was cited for biting an Ireland player in the Women’s Rugby World Cup quarterfinals and faces a disciplinary hearing on Monday.

Ireland opposite Aoife Wafer accused Berthoumieu of biting her during France’s 18-13 win on Sunday in Exeter.

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