Lyon win first major trophy since 1933

Lyon were crowned Challenge Cup champions with a 30-12 win over Toulon in the Final. Lyon struck first with a try after just eight minutes, but Toulon hit back with a score to level matters at seven apiece after 17 minutes of play. Lyon edged ahead with a penalty midway through the first half, with Toulon missing a shot at goal shortly after. Lyon missed a penalty just before halftime and should have had a try with the final play of the first half, but would have to settle for a slender 10-7 lead at the break.

Lyon were awarded a penalty try just five minutes into the second half, with Toulon picking up a yellow card in the process. It went from bad to worse for Toulon, as Lyon crossed for another try shortly after to open up a 24-7 lead with a little over half an hour remaining. Lyon added a penalty just before the hour mark to head into the final quarter with a comfortable 27-7 lead. Lyon picked up a yellow card after 62 minutes, but despite being a player down, slotted another penalty with around ten minutes remaining. Another Lyon yellow card followed, allowing Toulon to run in a consolation score. A historic victory for Lyon who are champions in Europe for the very first time.