Nantes Dominates Tremblay in StarLigue Clash, 33-27
Tremblay en France – Nantes HBC secured a decisive victory over Tremblay Handball, winning 33-27 in a match held on February 22, 2026, at the Palais des Sports in Tremblay en France. This win comes as Nantes prepares for a busy schedule, including an upcoming match in Norway.
Match Highlights
The match began with a spirited atmosphere, though Nantes faced an early setback as Thibaud Briet sustained a nose injury in the opening minutes. Despite this, Nantes quickly gained momentum, capitalizing on a Tremblay exclusion to grab the lead. Valero Rivera, celebrating his birthday, showcased his technical skills, contributing to Nantes’ growing advantage. By halftime, Nantes led 19-13, with Ivan Pesic delivering key saves.
The second half saw a less dynamic pace from both sides. Nantes continued to extend their lead through effective attacks and consistent saves, reaching a 24-18 advantage. Tremblay attempted a comeback in the 44th minute, narrowing the gap to 25-21, but a timeout called by Nantes coach Grégory Cojean halted their momentum. Matej Gaber received three two-minute exclusions, ultimately finishing the match on the bench. Nantes ultimately secured the win with a final score of 33-27.
Key Players
Nantes HBC: Ivan Pesic (9/24 shots), Ignacio Biosca (7/19), Aymeric Minne (8/11), and Noam Leopold (5/6) were key contributors to Nantes’ offensive efforts.
Tremblay Handball: Jean-Pierre Dupoux (5/5 shots), Kylian Rigault (4/8), and Matteo Fadhuiile (4/6) led the scoring for Tremblay.
Upcoming Matches
Nantes will next travel to Kolstad for their next match before returning to the H Arena on Sunday, March 1, at 4:00 p.m. To host Nîmes. [HBC Nantes Calendar]
Match Details
Date: February 22, 2026
Location: Palais des Sports – Tremblay en France
Final Score: Tremblay 27 – 33 Nantes