Regional football updates: FC Val-de-Travers wins and FC Grand Saint-Émilionnais prepares for cup

In Swiss 2e ligue football, FC Val-de-Travers secured a 2-1 victory against Boudry. Following a difficult previous week, the team led by coach Raphaël Claudio utilized a fast ground game to dominate the first half. Kylian Texeira scored twice, assisted by Toni Barigello, to give the team a 2-0 lead. Although Boudry managed to reduce the deficit to 2-1 in the second half, FC Val-de-Travers maintained their lead to secure the win.

In France, FC Grand Saint-Émilionnais coach Alain Brindor expressed confidence ahead of the fifth round of the Coupe de France despite a recent league defeat against Rive Droite 33. The match turned after the team received multiple cards, leaving them with only eight players on the pitch. Despite the loss, Brindor noted a positive start to the championship season and highlighted the team's excitement for the upcoming cup competition.