Fog rolls in over the pitch, shrouding the stand and dimming the sun. Wind whistles through the bleachers, but the players stare ahead, ready to battle the mist.
In the first half, Carabins seize early advantage. Gavroche earns a yellow card at minute 11, yet Carabins press on. Michel slams a try into the left corner at minute 17, but Alphonse misses the conversion at minute 19, leaving Carabins ahead 5‑0.
Second‑half drama explodes. At minute 44 Carabins score again, extending the lead to 10‑0 after a failed conversion. A third try at minute 46 pushes them to 15‑0. Étoiles rally: a first try lands at minute 48, followed by a second at minute 60, but every conversion attempt falters, keeping Étoiles at 10 points.
Standout performances shine. Michel delivers a decisive try, while Gavroche earns a yellow that tests Carabins’ discipline. Étoiles’ forward line punches through for two late tries, showcasing resilience against a numerically disadvantaged opposition.
Stat summary: Carabins 15 (3 tries), Étoiles 10 (2 tries). No penalties scored. Carabins carry two yellow cards and a late injury, yet manage a clean 15‑10 victory. The missed conversions prove costly, but the Carabins’ early dominance secured the win.