Newman College triumphs over Champagnat in 'schools' classic,' highlighting contrasting rugby fortunes

Newman College emerged victorious over Champagnat with a decisive 41-21 win, a result that underscores the widening gap between the two historic rugby rivals. The match, often dubbed the "clásico de los colegios" (the schools' classic), highlighted contrasting fortunes in the URBA rugby league.

Newman is enjoying a golden era, currently leading the Top 14 standings with an impressive 16-game winning streak. Their recent success includes winning both the Buenos Aires and National Club championships last year. The team's dominant performance against Champagnat further solidifies their position as championship contenders.

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We generally start well, but then we fall into slumps that cost us points, like today.

In stark contrast, Champagnat finds itself at the bottom of the Top 14 table, facing a serious risk of relegation. Saturday's loss marked their 15th consecutive defeat, a losing streak that has plagued their season. The team has struggled to maintain momentum, often faltering after promising starts.

The rivalry between Champagnat, founded in 1914, and Newman, established in 1948, is deeply ingrained in the URBA rugby culture. Despite their on-field animosity, the "clásico" concludes with mutual respect, culminating in the traditional "third half" where players and fans mingle.

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We play with the objective of having an increasingly larger club. That is in our foundations.