National rugby unions will be allowed to decide between the classic version of their anthem played at the World Cup or a new one sung by children, sources told AFP on Tuesday.
The rendition performed on the pitch by a youth choir before hosts France's tournament-opening win over New Zealand drew criticism.
After discussions between the World Cup's organising committee, World Rugby and France's Sports Minister, a move has been made to allow national governing bodies to choose between the options.The Inside Pass Ep 3: Deon Fourie at hooker for Springboks? We pick our team for Romania "There has to be a balance found between anthems sung with the strength of rugby and not discouraging the children who have worked hard," the source added.
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