Teen Rugby Player Dies After Injury During Match

A 17-year-old rugby player, Cléa Menier, has died after getting injured during a match in France.

Menier played in the back row for Union du Bassin Marmandais. She was hurt during her team’s game against Agen Agglo Rugby on Saturday.

Medical staff attended to her on the field before taking her to Pellegrin Hospital in Bordeaux. Sadly, she died from her injuries there.

The details of her injury have not been shared by her club or the French Rugby Federation (FFR).

On Thursday, Union du Bassin Marmandais shared their deep sadness over her passing. They also thanked the emergency services who helped her.

“It is with immense sadness and indescribable pain that Union du Bassin Marmandais learned of the death of Clea,” the club stated.

The club offered condolences to Menier’s family, friends, teammates, coaches, and everyone who loved rugby like she did.

They described the incident as a terrible ordeal. The club said its members would support each other during this tragic time.

The French Rugby Federation also sent their condolences, noting that Menier’s death has impacted the whole rugby community.

The federation promised to support her family, friends, teammates, and all members of Union du Bassin Marmandais.

They added that they would work hard to find out what led to the accident.

More information about the incident and the specifics of Menier’s injuries are still not available.