Bringing the Trophy Home
After the UBB were crowned champions of Europe, it’s the women’s turn to shine and bring the trophy home. For the third consecutive year, the Lionesses have been crowned champions of France, winning the final this weekend against Toulouse.
With an explosive start to the match, the Bordeaux team quickly took control: a try from Madoussou Fall-Raclot, followed by another from Annaëlle Deshayes after a well-executed maul. Morgane Bourgeois, magnificent with her kicking, widened the gap. At 17-0, the domination seemed undeniable.
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The Stade Bordelais Keeps Its Throne in Women's Elite 1
But Toulouse wasn’t done yet! A breakthrough from Pauline Barrat just before halftime, followed by a spirited comeback in the second half led by Lina Queyroi, Kelly Arbey, and Léa Murie, sprinkled a little doubt. Closing in to just three points with only a few minutes to go, the Toulouse team made Bordeaux tremble until the final whistle. It took a crucial interception from Aubane Rousset to seal the deal and free the whole club.
With this victory, the Lionesses of Stade Bordelais confirm their dominance in French women's rugby, finishing an almost perfect season with 18 wins in 20 matches. The city of Bordeaux will pay tribute to them on Monday, June 2nd, at 7:30 PM, during a reception at the town hall. The people of Bordeaux are invited to come and cheer for their champions at place Pey Berland.
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Ten Lionesses selected for the Blues
As a cherry on top, ten players from Bordeaux have been called up to the expanded squad of the French XV for the upcoming World Cup in England. Among them are: Carla, Morgane, Joanna, Agathe, Yllana, Assia, Annaëlle, Madoussou, Nassira, and Khoudeida.
