Weekend sports events affected by club withdrawal

The weekend sports schedule in the South was significantly altered when RC Bastia announced it would withdraw from all competitions for the season. This decision impacted the preliminary round of the Challenge Stra, which had been scheduled to feature RC Bastia against the reserve team of Sud FC.

Focus shifts to Regional 1 championship matches

With RC Bastia's withdrawal, attention turned to the Regional 1 championship, where two matches were played on Sunday. The first of these was a derby between SVARR and Sud FC in Valincu, which saw Sud FC dominate with a 4-0 victory.

Injury overshadows Sud FC’s derby win

Despite Sud FC’s strong performance in the derby, the match was overshadowed by a serious injury to player Penneteau, who suffered an injury during the game. This incident raised concerns about player safety and the intensity of the match.

Tense finish in Porto-Vecchio match

In Porto-Vecchio, ASPV faced FJEB in a closely contested match at Pruneddu. ASPV trailed 2-1 at halftime but managed to turn the game around in the second half, eventually securing a 3-2 victory in the final minutes.

Goal in 88th minute seals ASPV’s win

The decisive moment came in the 88th minute when Zakaria Aanani scored a header to give ASPV the winning goal. The victory highlighted the team's resilience and ability to perform under pressure.

Security concerns and political tensions

Amidst the sports events, political tensions flared as President Macron pledged to maintain firmness and "transparency" regarding security measures. New tensions were reported in Paris and Lyon, adding to the overall sense of unrest in the region.

Other local events and activities

Other local events included the Half-marathon of Portivechju, where Abdelhamid Moussaoui won the 2026 edition of the semi Bastia. The event also featured chocolate, sweets, and creative artisans. In volleyball, GFC Ajaccio lost to Reims in their debut in D2 Volstar.

Mobilization and protests in Corsica

On October 17, there was significant mobilization in Corsica, with anger and clashes reported in Ajaccio. The protests reflected ongoing tensions and dissatisfaction with current policies and governance.