Stade Bordelais Crushes Blagnac in Dominant 33-12 Victory
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A commanding performance from Stade Bordelais resulted in a decisive 33-12 win over Blagnac yesterday, solidifying their position as a force in French rugby. Despite early resistance and moments of spirited play from Blagnac, the three-time reigning champions proved too strong, capitalizing on favorable conditions and a relentless attack.
First-Half Blitz Sets the Tone
The match quickly tilted in favor of the hosts, with Stade Bordelais establishing a commanding lead in the first half. A try by Grisez in just the 3rd minute set the tone, forcing Blagnac into a defensive posture from the outset. The pressure continued to mount, with Cissokho adding another try in the 13th minute, extending the lead to 14-0. Further scores from Gerin compounded Blagnac’s woes, culminating in a lopsided 19-0 scoreline at halftime. According to an assistant coach from Blagnac, the team “evolved in complicated conditions,” with the wind significantly favoring Bordeaux in the first half.
Brief Respite and Final Surge
Blagnac demonstrated resilience after the break, briefly igniting hope with a try from D’Inca in the 43rd minute. However, this momentum was short-lived, as Pelletier responded with a try just two minutes later, restoring Bordelais’ comfortable advantage (26-7).
Despite the growing deficit, Blagnac refused to concede, earning a second try through Vernier in the 60th minute. This effort, however, was quickly countered by Bourgeois, who secured the fifth try for Stade Bordelais in the 65th minute, bringing the final score to 33-12. A late surge from Blagnac proved insufficient to alter the outcome.
Key Performances and Match Details
Stade Bordelais showcased a comprehensive team performance, with Grisez leading the try-scoring with a hat trick. Coudert and Bourgeois were instrumental in the conversion success, contributing four conversions each.
Match Statistics:
- Stade Bordelais: 5 Tries (Grisez x3, Cissokho, Gerin, Pelletier, Bourgeois); 4 Conversions (Coudert x3, Bourgeois x3)
- Blagnac: 2 Tries (D’Inca, Vernier); 1 Conversion (Lechardoy)
- Half-Time Score: 19-0
- Referee: Mr. Gauzins
Team Lineups:
- Stade Bordelais: Bourgeois – Grisez, Kondé, Rousset, Ibanez – Coudert, Pelletier – Cissokho, Perras, Taufoou – Ikahehegi, Besson – Pilani, Gerin, Deshaye. Substitutes: Gony, Gbizie, Tome Belmonte, Baleinadogo, Jambes, Amedee, Morelle, Toliver.
- Blagnac: Boulard – Bull, Inca, Vernier, Llorens – Bleach, Lenoir – Red, Pages, Auge – Forlani, Fat Gambling: Polak, Lake, Wool, Wool, Bonet, Film, Pereira.
Despite their self-sacrifice and determination, Blagnac ultimately succumbed to the power and precision of Stade Bordelais, highlighting the champions’ continued dominance in the league.
