Corsican rugby clubs returned to action with mixed results, including notable wins for Portivechju and Bastia XV.
Corsican rugby matches resume
After a break, the championship resumed this weekend for all Corsican clubs, with several matches taking place across different divisions. Lucciana faces defeat but earns bonus point
In Fédérale 3, RC Lucciana traveled to Bédarieux Grand Orb on Sunday and lost 30 to 24, though they managed to secure the defensive bonus point. Reserve team struggles against Bédarieux
The Lucciana reserve team, however, was outmatched by their opponents from Bédarieux, who won the match 57 to 7. Lecci sees first win of the season
In Lecci, Portivechju Rugby defeated Le Mourillon 16 to 12, earning their first victory of the season in a closely contested match. Ajaccio dominates in Régionale 2
RC Ajaccio put in a strong performance at their Sarrola pitch, defeating Noves-Eyragues 52 to 8 and securing the offensive bonus point. Bastia XV ends Gémenos' unbeaten run
In Pool 2 of Régionale 2, Bastia XV defeated Gémenos 26 to 18, ending the Provençaux team’s unbeaten streak for the first time this season. CRAB returns to winning form
CRAB also confirmed their return to form with a comfortable 47 to 7 victory over Mandelieu-Lérins, securing the offensive bonus point as well. Other local updates
Other local news includes the closure of the Vazzio road until Wednesday evening, the ASPV derby in the Football Grand Sud, ongoing security concerns in Paris and Lyon, and the semi-marathon in Portivechju won by Abdelhamid Moussaoui. Additionally, Bastia is celebrating its chocolate and sweets artisans.
