Ireland legend Brian O’Driscoll says match officials should share the blame with French TV directors for missed head shots in the Investec Champions Cup semi-final in Bordeaux.
Bath coach Johann van Graan claimed match officials missed three “clear headshots” in their 38-26 loss, blaming their inaction on the lack of TV images provided by the host broadcasters.
However, France Televisions hit back, saying it is “impossible to hide footage”.
MORE: French TV bosses hit back at Van Graan
O’Driscoll addressed the incidents during an Off the Ball podcast:
‘We’re trying to get referees to see it in real time. Pay attention!’
After the controversy from the Bordeaux-Bath game on Sunday involving high shots… pic.twitter.com/THEGEh4tX2
— Off The Ball (@offtheball) May 5, 2026
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Ireland legend Brian O’Driscoll says match officials should share the blame with French TV directors for missed head shots in the Investec Champions Cup semi-final in Bordeaux.
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