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<\/p>\nFrance boss Fabien Galthie is grappling with an injury concern as his team head to Cardiff<\/p>\n
Antoine Dupont training ahead of the clash with Wales(Image: X.com)<\/p>\n
Antoine Dupont appears to have been trialled in a new position ahead of France\u2019s Six Nations<\/a> clash with Wales as Fabien Galthie grapples with a mounting injury crisis in midfield.<\/p>\n A video shared on social media this week shows the France captain appearing to train at inside centre in the build-up to Sunday\u2019s trip to Cardiff<\/a>.<\/p>\n While it cannot be confirmed how long Dupont operated in that role, nor whether it represents a genuine tactical switch, the footage has inevitably sparked intrigue.<\/p>\n In the clip, Dupont \u2013 widely regarded as one of the best players in world rugby \u2013 is seen lining up at 12, bursting through a tackle and finishing sharply.<\/p>\n His stocky frame, low centre of gravity and explosive power would, in theory, make him well-suited to the physical demands of inside centre.<\/p>\n Ensure our latest sport headlines always appear at the top of your Google Search by making us a Preferred Source. Click here to activate<\/a> or add us as Preferred Source in your Google search settings<\/p>\n It comes after France were dealt a significant blow with Nicolas Depoortere ruled out of the Principality Stadium encounter.<\/a><\/p>\n The 23-year-old was outstanding in the 36-14 dismantling of Ireland in Paris, beating more defenders than any other player on the pitch, but has since withdrawn with muscle soreness.<\/p>\n There are also concerns over his midfield partner Yoram Moefana, who is nursing a knee knock sustained against Ireland and remains a doubt.<\/p>\n With two frontline centres either sidelined or struggling, Galthie is searching for solutions.<\/p>\n Uncapped Pau youngster Fabien Brau-Boirie and Emilien Gailleton have trained in midfield this week, but the possibility of shifting Dupont would represent a major, if albeit temporary, change of tack.<\/p>\n Content cannot be displayed without consent<\/p>\n Get the latest Wales Rugby merch at Fanatics<\/p>\n This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more<\/a> Various Price<\/p>\n Fanatics<\/p>\n![\"Content](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/0_Untitled-11jpeg.jpg\"\/)
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