The Elne-Latour-Theza rugby club has been relegated from the French Fédérale 3 championship. The relegation was confirmed following a 27-17 home defeat to Saint-Gaudens Comminges Rugby on Saturday, April 5, 2026, in their final match of the season.
The team, which plays in the Pyrénées-Orientales region, finished at the bottom of its pool. The loss to Saint-Gaudens sealed their fate, ending their campaign in the fifth tier of French rugby union.
Despite the disappointing result and relegation, the match at the Stade des Capellans was reported to have an emotional atmosphere as the local supporters acknowledged the team's efforts throughout a difficult season.
The structure of French rugby below the professional levels is organized by the French Rugby Federation (FFR). Relegation from Fédérale 3 means the club will compete in a regional division for the following season.
