Lourdes Basilica backdrop of Rugby team annual photo

Friday, October 4th, 2024

A French rugby team has chosen the Basilica of the Rosary in Lourdes as the backdrop for this year’s team photo.

The Lourdes-based club FCL XV had its players pose in front of the church façade for the 2024/2025 season, the online magazine “lourdesactu” reported on Monday. The team presents itself in both home and away jerseys. Continue reading

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