Narbonne remporte la finale et monte en Pro D2 – L’Équipe

Racing Club Narbonnais has secured promotion to Pro D2 after winning the Nationale final on May 16, 2026. The victory earns the club the championship title and a return to the second tier of French professional rugby.

The final match took place at Stade Verchère, where Narbonne faced off against Nice. Following the conclusion of the match, the club was officially crowned champion of the Nationale.

The promotion ensures that Narbonne will compete in Pro D2 for the 2025-2026 season. The achievement marks a significant return to a higher level of competition for the organization.

Following the title win, members of the Racing Club Narbonnais expressed strong emotions regarding the victory and the act of lifting the championship shield. In reactions reported by L’Indépendant, some described the team’s fortune by stating, Nous sommes des jobards, suggesting they felt lucky to achieve the result.

Other reactions highlighted the personal significance of the triumph, with one individual mentioning the experience of soulever le bouclier avec mon meilleur ami et nos enfants, referring to lifting the shield alongside a best friend and their children.