The match took place under a persistent rainy sky, creating challenging conditions for both teams. Les Vaillants de la Montagne emerged victorious over Les Étoiles d'Argent with a final score of 14-12. The game saw a flurry of activity, including a yellow card for a Montagne player and a missed conversion for the home side.
The first half was dominated by Montagne's early momentum. Early in the 12th minute, a try from a Montagne player was swiftly followed by a successful conversion, putting them 7-0 ahead. However, the 14th minute saw a significant turning point when a Montagne player received a yellow card. Despite this setback, Montagne continued to apply pressure, and Les Étoiles d'Argent responded with a try in the 21st minute, followed by a successful conversion to reduce the deficit to 7-7. The home team then regained the lead with another try in the 22nd minute, though their conversion attempt was unsuccessful. The half ended with Montagne holding a narrow 7-5 advantage.
The second half saw Les Étoiles d'Argent fighting to level the score. They managed to score another try in the 48th minute, bringing the game level at 7-7. However, their hopes were dashed when a subsequent conversion attempt was missed. Montagne then extended their lead with a try in the 52nd minute, converted to make it 14-7. The home team responded with a try in the 54th minute, converted to close the gap to 14-12. Unfortunately, a Montagne player sustained an injury in the 62nd minute, which could impact the remainder of the match.
Key moments included the early try and conversion for Montagne, the yellow card for a Montagne player, and the late tries from both sides. The missed conversion by Les Étailes d'Argent proved costly, ultimately sealing the victory for Les Vaillants de la Montagne. Montagne's ability to capitalize on early opportunities and maintain pressure throughout the match proved decisive.
Éloi Blanc of Montagne was a standout performer, scoring a try and contributing to the team's dominant start. Théophile Leclerc also impressed, contributing a try and a conversion for the away side. Despite the challenging weather conditions, both teams displayed resilience and determination throughout the contest.
Final score: Les Étoiles d'Argent 12 – Les Vaillants de la Montagne 14. The match was a closely contested affair, with a few key moments ultimately deciding the outcome. The yellow card for Montagne and the missed conversion by Les Étailes d'Argent were crucial turning points in the game.