Cloudy conditions greeted spectators for this highly anticipated match between Les Étoiles Bleues and Les Aigles de pierre. The game was a tightly contested affair, ultimately ending in a 14-12 victory for Les Aigles. The match saw key moments throughout both halves, with a yellow card proving a significant turning point for Les Étoiles.
The first half began with Les Aigles taking an early lead in the 13th minute, with a try. This was swiftly followed by a successful conversion in the 15th minute, putting them 3-0 ahead. The tension escalated in the 19th minute when a player from Les Étoiles Bleues received a yellow card. This marked a shift in momentum, with Les Aigles maintaining pressure. Despite this, Les Étoiles managed to respond, with a try from Éloni Garnier in the 41st minute, followed by a conversion-failed attempt in the 42nd minute. The half concluded with Les Aigles extending their lead with another try in the 49th minute, followed by a successful conversion.
The second half saw Les Étoiles regroup and fight back. They started strongly, with a try from Éloni Martin in the 41st minute, followed by a successful conversion. However, Les Aigles responded immediately, with a try in the 49th minute and a successful conversion, restoring their lead to 14-8. Les Étoiles continued to press, and in the 54th minute, they managed to score another try. Sébasatien Duval converted this try in the 55th minute, bringing the score to 14-12. Despite a late push, Les Étoiles were unable to find a further score, and Les Aigles held on to secure the victory.
Éloni Garnier of Les Étoiles Bleues was a standout performer, scoring a crucial try early in the second half. Éloni Martin also contributed significantly with a try in the second half. The yellow card for a Les Étoiles player in the first half proved costly, disrupting their attack and allowing Les Aigles to maintain control of the game. The final scoreline reflects a hard-fought contest, with Les Aigles ultimately demonstrating greater resilience and clinical finishing.
The final score was Les Étoiles Bleues 12 – Les Aigles de pierre 14. The game was marked by a yellow card for a Les Étoiles player, which had a noticeable impact on the flow of the match. The two tries from each team highlight an attacking intent from both sides, while the conversions proved crucial in separating the two teams on the scoreboard. The 50:22 rule was not invoked during the match.