Second matchday and already trajectories heading in opposite directions. In the championship of Amateur Rugby Fédérale 3, the two Gers teams rode radically different waves: Vic-Fezensac took a drubbing at Capbreton-Hossegor while Nogaro secured a valuable win on the sands of Saint-Sever.
A no-frills look back at a Sunday that left a record of mixed fortunes on the Tangos’ bus.
Vic-Fezensac stalls at the Landes spot and suffers a heavy defeat
Capbreton-Hossegor, a legendary line-up for any rider, became the tormentor of the team from Vic. Three warnings in the first half, four tries conceded before the whistle: indiscipline drowned the Gascons. Even winger Tarascon’s hat trick was not enough to get the board back on track. Final score: 38-26, and still zero points on the board for the newly promoted side after two matchdays of competition.
Indiscipline, cards and lapses: the painful numbers
• 3 Vic warnings in 40 minutes.
• 17 down at halftime, an impossible deficit to overcome despite a late rally.
• Temporary last place in Pool 10.
Nogaro claims a crucial win and gets back on track in Fédérale 3
A week after losing the derby in Aire, the Armagnac side delivered a thoroughly controlled performance in Saint-Sever. Cabanacq scored after 30 seconds, an aggressive ride on every possession, airtight defense in crunch time: that is how to turn a perilous trip into a valuable win 32-28. The points brought back on the orange-and-black bus revive the team ahead of the visit from Hagetmau.
Four key moments in the match
- 1st – Cabanacq crosses the line: the element of surprise.
- 35th-40th – Tries by Ferreira Faria and Suta, turning the tide to lead by 4 at halftime.
- 62nd – Saint-Sever closes to within 1, but the dam bends without breaking.
- 77th – Penalty by Gourgues, the decisive break.
Group 10 partial standings after two matchdays
| Rank | Club | Points | W-L | Bonus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mimizan | 8 | 2-0 | 0 |
| 2 | Nogaro | 6 | 1-1 | 2 |
| 3 | Saint-Sever | 5 | 1-1 | 1 |
| 8 | Vic-Fezensac | 0 | 0-2 | 0 |
What to watch for in the next matchday
1. Nogaro’s return to Stade André-Daguerre against Hagetmau.
2. The expected response of pride from Vic-Fezensac against Mimizan, the current leaders.
3. The impact of long trips to the Landes on the Gers side’s physical freshness in mid-October.
Why does indiscipline weigh so heavily in Fédérale 3?
Every card costs territory and wears down the pack. In a tight match, 15 minutes with 14 players changes the momentum, especially against reliable kickers.
Can Nogaro target qualification after this victory?
Yes. With two bonus points and an away win, the Tangos remain close to the leaders. Hosting Hagetmau will be a key test to confirm their form.
What role does the schedule play in the Gers side’s current record?
The seven away trips to the Landes between now and February mean long journeys. Recovery becomes strategic, especially for a promoted side like Vic-Fezensac, which is discovering the demands of the championship.
What about the form of Noa Cabanacq, who scored twice?
The young Nogaro winger has put together a demanding preparation block. His burst of speed benefits Dufau and Durand’s combinations, ensuring effectiveness from the outset.