The U19 National promotion match between Rodez and Béziers ended in a penalty shootout that saw the Ruthénois lose 2-1. After a dominant first half, Rodez led 2-1, but a penalty awarded by the referee to Béziers equalised to 2-2. Coach Younnes Rahibe lodged a complaint after the decision, stating he expected nothing from the decision but was disappointed by the result. Mohamed Harrou kept his composure, allowing both teams to remain level before the shootout. Mathéo Fedi, Béziers’ goalkeeper, saved two attempts from the Ruthénois, sealing Béziers’ win and preventing Rodez from promotion.