Cozes (Regional 2). The victory at home against FC Étoile Maritime (2-1), the leader of Pool C, allows for a small cushion of points compared to the relegation zone (6th). Paolo Machado’s return from Mexico was magnificent in midfield. Goals were scored by Corentin Vallée after five minutes of play, and then by Machado on a corner, with the help of a hesitant and unlucky defense. Gaël Maïa’s players will play at home on Saturday, April 18th against Bassens (8th). It’s a bad outcome for Étoile Maritime, who suffer a second consecutive defeat away from home. The top of the standings is tightening as La Rochelle now only has a one-point lead over Le Bouscat, the runner-up.
Team in decline Jonzac Saint-Germain (Regional 3). Until March 7th and the match against the leader from Libourne, Jonzacais were staying close to the Girondins. But the heavy defeat (1-5) and the loss this weekend in Mouthiers (4-3) ended all hopes. Benoît Vulvin’s team has slowed down and now has a 20-point deficit, although they have one more match to play.
