
A match of football or rugby officially ends with the referee’s final whistle, but in France, Orange is keeping the passion and intrigue of these celebrated sports alive 24/7 on two dedicated Internet portals.
the details
The 12th Man (12ème homme) and Together with the XV (Ensemble avec le XV), are hot destinations to find the latest buzz, videos, news, games, player interviews and other exclusives on your favourite French rugby and football teams.
what Orange delivers
The 12th Man is dedicated to football aficionados and armchair fans alike, and is a place for Orange to spotlight its different partnerships and activities in the world of football.
It’s interactive too, inviting users to write their own articles as Orange Reporters. In this way, fans can share their passions and opinions on the future of football, transfer rumours, Team Orange, or kick off discussion on a topic of their choice.
The rugby site Together with the XV is rich with videos from national and regional matches and trainings, as well as rugby-related events from around the country.
did you know?
France narrowly lost to New Zealand in the 2010 Rugby World Cup 8-9. These teams first played in 1906, but it would not be until 1954 that France would win a match.
find out more
- ensemble avec le XV Twitter account (in French)
- ensemble avec le XV on Facebook (in French)
find out more
- le 12ème Homme Twitter account (in French)
- le 12ème Homme on Facebook (in French)












