The Bordelais defeated Stade Français (20-22) in a showdown that was as tense as it was indecisive during the semi-finals. Their first Top 14 final.
The jump-off: UBB – Racing 92 (31-17)
The Bordelais dismissed Racing 92 (31-17) in the play-off on June 16 at Chaban-Delmas and won their ticket for the big party at Matmut Atlantique.
The winger: Damian Penaud
Formidably efficient, the French international has a unique personality and his own way of approaching major events.
The staff
The success of UBB also owes a lot to the management of its coach who was able to bring together different personalities and experiences within his staff and involve the players in the construction of the project.
The season :
The UBB had to battle for ten months and went through hot and cold before finishing in 3rd place. She still won her ticket for a home play-off against Racing 92.
Key matches: UBB – Perpignan (46-22)
Beyond Damian Penaud’s quadruple, it was the entire three-quarter line stamped “XV of France” of the UBB which stood out against Perpignan (46-22) on November 25.
Maxime Lucu and Matthieu Jalibert
Ok, he missed a last kick which could have been very costly against Stade Français. But every time the usual number 9 of the UBB went to the opening, he was good. And for good reason, it is for this position that he was trained in Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle.
Clermont – UBB (35-40)
Victorious at the very end of the match in Clermont (35-40) with a little success, Union Bordeaux-Bègles knew how to provoke its luck and capitalize on its previous successes.
Toulon – UBB (32-37)
Despite a context which frankly did not lean in its favor, the Bordeaux-Bègles Union still knew how to show character to snatch the first success in its history in Toulon (32-37)
The pair: Louis Bielle-Biarrey and Nicolas Depoortere
Louis Bielle-Biarrey (20 years old, 11 caps) and Nicolas Depoortere (21 years old, 2 caps), respectively winger and center of the UBB, are partners at club and in the French team from now on. But above all they are friends. Before facing Harlequins in the Champions Cup at Chaban-Delmas, they talk.
UBB – Toulouse (31-28)
UBB relaunched by beating Stade Toulousain (31-28) on March 24 at Matmut Atlantique. She knew how to cope with the context and did not disunite when she found herself in danger.
Bayonne – UBB (15-34)
With its victory in Bayonne (15-34), Union Bordeaux-Bègles regained color in the final sprint for qualification for the play-offs.
UBB – La Rochelle (34-14)
Union Bordeaux-Bègles overturned La Rochelle (34-14), this Saturday, May 11 in Chaban-Delmas. The Bordeaux team is really gaining momentum in the race for qualification, while the Maritimes remain under pressure.
UBB – Oyonnax (40-7)
After its improved victory over Oyonnax (40-7), UBB finished in 3rd place and validated its play-off at home against Racing 92. But is worried about Jalibert who left injured.
