Coming off the bench across three World Cup appearances, De Freitas demonstrates reliable two-way contribution in limited minutes, averaging over five carries and four tackles per match. His carry numbers lean short and combative rather than line-breaking, suggesting a role focused on maintaining momentum and defensive solidity at the gain line. His best performance — seven carries and six tackles in a single game — shows he can raise his output meaningfully when called upon.
Thibault de Freitas is a professional rugby union number 8 registered with the Portugal, the South Africa-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with linking the forwards and backs from the base of the scrum.
As a number 8, Thibault features for the Portugal across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at South Africa in South Africa.
Follow Thibault de Freitas's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Portugal news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
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