Union Bordeaux-Bègles prepares international lineup for Racing 92 clash

Union Bordeaux-Bègles (UBB) is expected to field a highly competitive squad for their Top 14 season opener against Racing 92. Following a period of rest during preseason matches against La Rochelle and Pau, several international players are prepared to return to the starting lineup.

Key players positioned to start include Maxime Lucu, Matthieu Jalibert, Yoram Moefana, Maxime Lamothe, Pierre Bochaton, Boris Palu, and Marko Gazzotti. Additionally, Louis Bielle-Biarrey, Nicolas Depoortere, and Damian Penaud are expected to be available to bolster the roster.

However, the team will face a significant setback with the absence of left prop Jefferson Poirot. Due to a right knee sprain sustained during training, Poirot is expected to be unavailable until mid-October.