An all-out war to open the collegiate season

Division 1 college football resumed in spectacular fashion on Friday evening in the Eastern Townships.

The long-awaited duel between Collège Notre-Dame-de-Foy's Notre-Dame and Champlain-Lennoxville's Cougars did not disappoint fans

The two teams, who met at the last Bol d'Or, once again put on a show worthy of a great rivalry.

In a high-intensity match, CNDF pulled off a dramatic 46-39 victory in double overtime. A breathtaking finish that will long remain etched in the memories of the fans present at the Cougars stadium.

For Notre-Dame, this triumph had a special flavor. Last November, the Champlain Cougars had shattered their dream in the final of the Bol d'Or 2024.

It was a sweet revenge that CNDF savored, demonstrating all its resilience and determination.

The Notre-Dame forward shone with creativity and consistency, finding the gaps in the opposing defense, while the defensive line stood firm in the most critical moments.

For their part, the Cougars gave nothing away easily, pushing the game to its limits, proof of the intensity of this rivalry, which year after year establishes itself as one of the most exciting on the college circuit.

A rivalry that leaves its mark on Québécois college football

The first clash of the season between CNDF and Champlain illustrates once again why their duels are so special.

Each encounter is an offensive spectacle, rich in emotions and twists and turns. If this opening match is any indication, the 2025 Division 1 college football season promises to be a memorable one.

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