Fabien Galthie is fearful of South African espionage as France continues their preparations for the grudge match against the Springboks at the Stade de France on November 8.

The French squad gathered in Marcoussis, located just outside of Paris, on Monday as they began preparations for the clash against South Africa, as well as their other Autumn Nations Series internationals versus Fiji and Australia.

However, their training sessions have not been conducted as usual, with the French coaching staff wary of potential spies with the Junior Boks squad using the same facilities.

France wary of espionage

South Africa U20s head coach