Montpellier's brutal replacement of Richard Cockerill with a 'journeyman' underlines the Top 14's policy of hiring and firing coaches
Alex Codling's two crazy years with runaway ProD2 leaders Oyonnax have featured weapons, mushrooms and the home of nougat.
Ex-England assistant and former Harlequins boss Paul Gustard has been confirmed as a new assistant coach at Stade Francais, the French Top 14 team that has also announced eight new player signings - including Morgan Parra.
The Pro D2 league in France can throw up some fairly humourous moments, but this week's incident shows an increasing trend towards disrespect to match officials, after a player went on a tirade after being red carded.
Former Australia scrum-half Joe Powell has signed a three-year deal with French outfit US Montauban ahead of next season.
The 2024/2025 season of the French Pro D2 is about to start, and the number of international players keeps growing with the likes of Courtney Lawes, George North, Chris Farrell, and Curwin Bosch having joined it.