the essential
A real match at the top in Federal 2, the women of RC Auch, second, welcome this Sunday, December 15 (3 p.m.) at Bourrec, the Rassemblement Léguevin/Colomiers, leader of the group.
Two weeks ago, the Auscitaines fulfilled the contract set by their coach. Let’s understand a victory (5-12) in the Hautes-Pyrénées, on “not easy” terrain, against the Rassemblement Bagnères-Baronnies, who had just claimed the scalp of the leader. “We would say that the construction was a little less efficient. We tried to put things in place. But above all we had to put our heads back in the right place,” reacted Laurent Lafforgue, coach of RC Auch, after the match.
A four-point success which left the field open to Ras. Léguevin/Colomiers to take the lead of the group in the event of an improved victory. The Haut-Garonnaises did not need to be asked. With 26 points, compared to 25 for the Gersoises, they took the lead at the end of the first leg matches.
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Proof that the calendar is well done, the Auscitaines have the opportunity to set the record straight from this Sunday, December 15, on the Bourrec field, at 3 p.m., with the reception… of the leader. A strong opponent who will play without any particular pressure on his shoulders. On the contrary, it will be up to the Lionesses to assert their supremacy at Moulias, who are still undefeated there (two wins and one draw).
But beware of Haut-Garonnaises. The first to be wary was the Gersoises coach. “After the defeat at home (against Ras. Bagnères-Baronnies, Editor’s note), Léguevin/Colomiers rectified things straight away. » And in what way. The leaders of pool 3 of Fédérale feminine 2 won by a large margin (20-42), with the offensive bonus as a bonus, on the pitch at Argelès-Gazost during the previous day.
Better defense versus better attack: who will gain the upper hand?
No ounce of excess confidence in Laurent Lafforgue’s voice. However, there is no question of having an inferiority complex against a beaten team (7-20) at the start of the season. The RC Auch coach sees more in this clash, a great opportunity for his group to test themselves. “It’s first versus second. Faced with a direct competitor, there is no longer any need to calculate. »
To win the debates, the Auscitaines will be able to rely on their iron defense. With 83 points conceded after seven days, no other team does better. A defense which will, without a doubt, be put to the test by the co-best attack in this group of Federal 2 (tied with that of the RCA!). The barbed wire will therefore have to be deployed in front of the Austin goal line, otherwise the Lionesses will become disillusioned.
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No calculation therefore, but unfailing combativeness, constant concentration and impeccable discipline will be necessary on the Gers side to hope to triumph. And at the same time, offer a nice Christmas gift to “Rouge et Blanc” supporters early. Before celebrating the new year, in the warmth, in the leader’s chair.
