After three victories since the restart, Cavigal Nice Handball lost (34-30) to Frontignan. However, they still remain at the top of the group.
It was a risky away game for the leader. Cavigal Nice Handball had secured three victories since the winter restart. However, they couldn’t hold up against Frontignan. The beginning of the match favored the home team, who quickly took the lead. The Nice team tried to stay in touch but couldn’t find a solution to counter the attacks. They quickly trailed by two and then three goals. Romain Boveron’s teammates were behind and remained so throughout the first thirty minutes. They were down 18-13 at halftime.
Frontignan stays ahead
Led by a formidable Alexis Bon, Cavigal tried to rally. The back player scored eleven goals, allowing Nice to stay in contact. Unfortunately, the gap widened, and Frontignan led by six goals after 35 minutes of play. Despite four 2-minute penalties, the home team maintained their lead, even though the visitors closed within three goals with four minutes remaining. It wasn’t enough, and Frontignan brought down the leader. The streak ended for Nice, who are still at the top. They have a four-point lead over Antibes Juan les Pins, who are in second place. They will host Guilherand Granges on March 16.
