

Quevilly Rouen and Avranches Share Spoils in Friendly
Quevilly Rouen Métropole and Avranches played out a 1-1 draw in an international club friendly on 25 July 2026. The match, which kicked off at 23:05, offered both sides a competitive workout as they fine-tune their squads ahead of the new campaign.
The home side took the lead midway through the first half with a well-worked move that ended in a clinical finish. Avranches responded positively, pressing for an equaliser and eventually finding one in the second period. The draw reflected a contest where neither team dominated but both showed flashes of quality.
Match Highlights
- Quevilly’s Opener: A swift counter-attack caught Avranches off guard, leading to a composed finish.
- Avranches’ Response: Persistent pressure paid off when the visitors capitalised on a set-piece situation.
- Late Chances: Both teams had opportunities to snatch a winner in the closing stages, but the defences held firm.
Pre-season friendlies are notoriously difficult to assess, with managers frequently making multiple substitutions. The 1-1 draw gives both sets of coaches a fair amount of data to analyse. For Quevilly Rouen, maintaining discipline after taking the lead was a positive, while Avranches will be encouraged by their ability to fight back on the road.
This fixture continues the rich tradition of French clubs using summer friendlies to develop cohesion and fitness ahead of league action.