# French professional sports league updates

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/french-professional-sports-league-updates
> Updated: 2026-08-27T06:46:19.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 2.

French professional and semi-professional sports leagues have commenced new seasons. In rugby union's Pro D2, Provence Rugby secured a 44-10 victory over Agen, while SA XV Angoulême achieved a comeback win against Colomiers. 

In women's handball, the D2F league has undergone composition changes. Chambéry was officially accepted into the division, whereas the placements for Vaulx-en-Velin and Celles-sur-Belle were rejected, with Vaulx-en-Velin failing to meet specific coaching requirements. Additionally, USC Corte is preparing for its National 2 season debut.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-27: French sports: Pro D2 rugby and D2F handball updates

French sports updates: Provence Rugby dominates Agen in Pro D2, SA XV Angoulême secures a comeback win against Colomiers, and Chambéry is officially admitted to the D2F handball division.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/french-sports-provence-rugby-favored-for-pro-d2-promotion

### 2026-08-27: French handball clubs begin Coupe de France competition

French handball clubs kick off the Coupe de France season, featuring an upset victory by Pau Billère over Pays d’Aix and an upcoming derby for Racing Club Épernay.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/french-handball-clubs-begin-coupe-de-france-competition

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