The Mermigans kicked off their LNAF campaign this weekend with a commanding 32–5 victory over the Zurich Valkyries. With the league table finely balanced and every result carrying weight, both sides came into the fixture eager to make their mark.
The game began with the visitors applying early pressure, testing the Mermigans’ defensive resolve. However, the home side stood firm, absorbing the Valkyries’ attacks with disciplined defence and strong organization. It was Mermigans fly-half Louise Kuss who broke the deadlock, coolly slotting a penalty to put her team 3–0 ahead. As ever, Kuss’s game management and composure set the tone for the match.
The Mermigans’ scrum soon became a decisive weapon, overpowering Zurich and earning vital penalties and territory. Their dominance up front provided a platform for sustained attacking play. Despite the pressure, the Valkyries showed grit and resilience, and just before halftime they capitalised on a rare opportunity to cross the line for their only try of the match.
After the break, the Mermigans reasserted their authority. Their forward power and backline precision combined to produce three second-half tries, adding to their first-half efforts to secure the bonus point with six tries in total.
The final whistle confirmed a 32–5 victory for the home side — a statement performance that underlines their ambitions in what is shaping up to be a fiercely competitive LNAF season.