Semi Radradra makes an impact against his former team
Investec Champions Cup Pool 1
Bristol: (21) 36
Scores: Tries by Lane, Luatua, Thacker, Randall, Oghre; Conversions by Sheedy (4); Drop-goal by Sheedy
Lyon: (10) 34
Scores: Tries by Dumortier, Okuya, Abrahams (2), Radradra, Parisien; Conversions by Page-Relo (2), Tchaptchet
In a dramatic turn of events, Callum Sheedy’s drop goal in the 85th minute thwarted a stunning Lyon comeback in the Investec Champions Cup clash.
Initially, Bristol seemed on track for a comfortable bonus-point win after Gabriel Oghre’s fifth try put them ahead at 33-10.
The game’s complexion changed with two tries from Thaakir Abrahams and a Semi Radradra effort, setting the stage for a nail-biting finish.
Alfred Parisien’s individual brilliance nearly clinched the win for Lyon with just minutes left, until Sheedy’s decisive moment.
Abrahams displayed impressive pace, turning a chance offload into a dazzling try.
The 2020 Challenge Cup champions then lost their grip on the match when Kalaveti Ravouvou was yellow-carded for a dangerous tackle with 17 minutes to go.
Lyon, with a man up and buoyed by their scoring momentum, saw former Bears star Radradra exploit a ruck gap to score.
Abrahams then dazzled again with another rapid try, followed by Alfred Parisien’s potential game-winner.
But in a thrilling climax, Bristol advanced upfield against the ticking clock, setting the stage for Sheedy’s match-winning drop goal.
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Teams
Bristol: Starting lineup includes Malins, Ibitoye, Vakatawa, Janse van Rensburg, Lane; Sheedy, Randall; Woolmore, Thacker, Sinckler, Dun, Batley, Luatua, Harding, Bradbury. Substitutes: Oghre, Grahamslaw, Lahiff, Caulfield, Thomas, Wolstenholme, Williams, Ravouvou.
Lyon: Starting lineup includes Abrahams, Dumortier, Parisien, Radradra, Ioane; Smith, Page-Relo; Taofifenua, Charcosset, Tafili, Kpoku, Geraci, Okuya, Pacheco, Guillard. Substitutes: Coltman, Rey, Fotuaika, Roussel, Vignolles, Rimet, Godwin, Tchaptchet.
Referee: Craig Evans
Yellow Card: Kalaveti Ravouvou (63rd minute)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Bristol vs Lyon Investec Cup
Who scored the winning drop-goal for Bristol in their match against Lyon?
Callum Sheedy scored the winning drop-goal for Bristol in the 85th minute, sealing a 36-34 victory over Lyon in the Investec Champions Cup.
What was the final score in the Bristol vs Lyon Investec Champions Cup match?
The final score was Bristol 36, Lyon 34, with Bristol narrowly clinching the win in a closely contested match.
How did Semi Radradra perform against his former team in the Bristol vs Lyon match?
Semi Radradra scored a try for Lyon against his former team, contributing significantly to Lyon’s near comeback in the match.
Who received a yellow card in the Bristol vs Lyon game?
Kalaveti Ravouvou of Bristol received a yellow card in the 63rd minute for a dangerous tip tackle.
What was the turning point in the Bristol vs Lyon Investec Cup match?
The turning point was Callum Sheedy’s 85th-minute drop-goal, which came after a strong comeback attempt from Lyon, including a near match-winning try by Alfred Parisien.
More about Bristol vs Lyon Investec Cup
- Bristol Rugby Official Website
- Lyon Rugby Team Updates
- Investec Champions Cup News
- Rugby Union Weekly Podcast
- Match Highlights: Bristol vs Lyon
- Player Profile: Callum Sheedy
- Rugby Union Rules and Regulations
- Rugby Match Analysis and Commentary
5 comments
Investec cup is always full of surprises, this match just proves it! can’t wait for the next round of games.
Bristol’s line-up was strong, but lyon showed they can fight back. great match, rugby at its best.
wow, what a game! Bristol really pulled it off at the last minute, sheedy is a legend for that drop goal!!
that yellow card for Ravouvou really changed the game, Bristol got lucky there, could’ve gone either way.
Lyon was so close, feel bad for them…radradra was amazing against his old team though!