After a flawless run in the regular phase with 20 matches, 19 wins, and 1 draw, Stade Niçois (1st in Pool 4) will face Saint Priest (4th in Pool 3) for the round of 16 in a home and away match.
Led by coaches David BOLGASHVILI and Nicolas BONNET, the Stade Niçois team, which includes international players such as Luciano ORQUERA (Italy), Giorgi CHKHAIDZE (Georgia), Dave CHERRY, Bruce FLOCKHART, and Josh HENDERSON (Scotland U20), has achieved an impeccable run, placing them in the top position among the 80 teams competing in this French 2nd Division Federal championship.
The return match will take place on May 13th in Nice at the Stade des Arboras.