Val-d'Oise secured a narrow 15-14 victory over Ivry in a club friendly on Wednesday, 19 August. The match, played in the early evening, ended with the home side holding on for a single-goal win. Ivry had come into the game off mixed form, while Val-d'Oise were looking to bounce back from their defeat to Pont-Combe.
Ivry's recent record showed some inconsistency. They had lost 32-25 to Trambly on 7 August, but earlier in June they had managed wins against Cannes in both meetings. Their matches against Poitiers in May produced one victory and one defeat, suggesting a side still finding its rhythm ahead of the new season.
Val-d'Oise's most recent outing had gone against them. Their 31-28 loss to Pont-Combe just one week prior would have been a concern, and this match offered a chance to respond. The scoreline at 15-14 told of a contest decided by fine margins, with neither side able to pull clear.
What stood out was the closeness throughout. A one-goal margin suggests both sides created opportunities, and neither could find the breakthrough needed to extend their lead. Ivry's attacking threat had been evident in their earlier victories, but Val-d'Oise's defence held firm in the closing stages.
The result gives Val-d'Oise momentum following their previous defeat, while Ivry's performance showed resilience despite their mixed run. Both teams will take something from this encounter as they prepare for competitive fixtures ahead.