the essential
Auch won more than just a match on Saturday evening against Niort (29-27). Defensive cohesion and limitless commitment are the foundations of collective happiness. Cold reactions.
In a match at a higher level, the Auscitains demonstrated their strength, their solidarity, their ability to transcend themselves against a high quality Niort team. The RCA, with this victory, and that of the Espoirs, was able to perfectly celebrate the 2004 French Pro D2 champions. This success is not trivial, on the contrary, it is formative, constructive of something excellent.
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Looking back, Léo Debets, who multiplied on the field, analyzed: “We were looking forward to playing this match, especially with the day that the club organized. There was pressure. We knew that Niort was a big team, well established and solid. Despite this, we had a good match. Collectively, we didn't give up, especially in defense where we put a lot of commitment. We tried to play our attacking game even if it didn't always work. There are things to work on but the big positive point is our cohesion. This match is a real reference for the future in the idea of giving up and believing in ourselves. »
“It’s a treat”
Andréa Dardenne, hardworking, generous in the second row, follows suit: “This match reflects our season. We were able to manage the match even though there was a lot of defensive and physical pressure from the opponent. They played a lot of time and we were able to counter them. We are human so sometimes we break down. But this demonstrates our solidarity. This match promises only good things. »
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Armand Carrière underlines: “This year's group, with a great atmosphere, forms a group of friends, it's a treat. » This is the feeling that emanates from this match, the Auscitain group has become aware of its strength, of its possibilities which can be founding elements of a very pleasant return season.
