Stade de La Beaujoire

The best game and atmosphere we've experienced live.
Incredible fans and the odd world class try or three!
Nantes has an old stadium so access was a bit 'sticking plaster' at times and the efficiency of Lyon wasn't replicated here. Access was through the main concentration of fans and the young girl leading us through wasn't the most assertive at creating a path through exuberant groups of supporters. Luckily I am!
My 'companion' seat was two blocks away so I stood behind Kev for the game, only challenged once and I wasn't in anyone's view. In fact many more companions were doing the same.
But let's not focus on that. Throughout our trip we've had many obstacles, it's often unfair but we find a way. We are good at that!
The match was a joy as it swung blue and red. Kev commenting at one point 'pass me a bowl of sushi, I'm Japanese' and as the play transferred to the Pumas 'pass me a bowl of corned beef, I'm Argentinian'! No apologies for stereotyping today!
My tears flowed as red and blue fans hugged and exchanged shirt, explaining the history of their jerseys as best they could to each other. The Japanses bow to all sides of the stadium was respectfully joined by the Argentinians. More tears.
Nantes continues to deliver and with 4 nights remaining in this wonderful country emotions are growing.
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