Toulon secures first away win

RC Toulon defeated Perpignan 25-24 in a tightly contested match, marking their first away victory of the season. The game took place on Saturday, October 31, at the Aimé-Giral stadium in Perpignan.

Manager praises team effort

Franck Azéma, the manager of Toulon, praised his players for their commitment and physicality throughout the match. He described the game as being tightly contested from start to finish, with both teams showing significant energy and effort.

Defense as key to victory

Azéma attributed the win to the team's strong defense, which the coaching staff had emphasized from the beginning. The Toulonnais successfully held their lines multiple times and recovered balls, allowing them to transition effectively from their half of the field.

Team motivation and leadership

The manager noted that the team's motivation has improved, with core players and leaders taking charge. Beka Gigashvili and Esteban Abadie were highlighted for their strong performances during the match, which Azéma said "changed the game."

Challenging start to the season

Azéma acknowledged that Toulon had a difficult start to the season, citing narrow defeats in their first three Top 14 matches. He mentioned the departure of Pierre Mignoni as a factor, but expressed confidence in the team's ability to continue winning.

Return to familiar ground

Franck Azéma reflected on his return to the Aimé-Giral stadium, noting the unchanged fervor of the crowd. Despite the challenges of the match, the victory provided a much-needed boost for Toulon, which now looks ahead to its next game against Stade Français Paris.