La Gaulette Sharks Edge Savanne SC 3-2 in National D2 Opener
La Gaulette Sharks won a thrilling 3-2 contest against Savanne SC on Monday to open the 2026/27 National D2 football season in Mauritius.
The 2026/27 National D2 football season got off to an electrifying start in Mauritius on Monday 9 November 2026, as La Gaulette Sharks claimed a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Savanne SC in an opening match that kept supporters on the edge of their seats from the first whistle.
National D2 is the second tier of club football in Mauritius, sitting below the top-flight National League and providing a stage for clubs from across the island to compete for promotion and local pride.
La Gaulette, a coastal village on the southwestern tip of Mauritius known for its windsurfing and fishing community, fields a club whose aggressive attacking style was on full display from the outset. The Sharks drew first blood as early as the third minute when Dig Dig put them in front, setting a breathless pace for the rest of the afternoon.
Savanne SC, playing in front of their home supporters in the southern district of Savanne, responded almost immediately. Allagapen levelled the score in the fifth minute, barely two minutes after the opening goal, sending the home crowd into celebration.
The momentum then shifted in Savanne's favour. Botman struck in the 15th minute to give the home side a 2-1 lead, and for a time it appeared the locals would hold that advantage into half-time.
However, La Gaulette Sharks showed considerable resilience. The visitors equalised before the interval to make it 2-2, and then found a decisive third goal in the second half to seal a 3-2 win. The match report from ION News indicates the winning goal came amid sustained pressure from the Sharks, though full details of the second-half goalscorers were not provided in the original report.
The result gives La Gaulette Sharks a confident opening to their campaign, while Savanne SC will need to regroup quickly as the season progresses. With both sides showing attacking intent and a willingness to press forward, the National D2 looks set to deliver entertaining football throughout the 2026/27 term.
For local football fans, the second division remains a vital part of the Mauritian football pyramid, often showcasing rising talent before it reaches the national stage.
Source: ION News
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the National D2 in Mauritius?β
The National D2 is the second tier of club football in Mauritius, organised under the Mauritius Football Association. It sits below the top-flight National League and features clubs from across the island competing for promotion and local honours.
Where is La Gaulette in Mauritius?β
La Gaulette is a small coastal village on the southwestern tip of Mauritius, in the Black River district. It is well known for windsurfing, kite surfing and its fishing community, and is home to the La Gaulette Sharks football club.
When did the 2026/27 National D2 season start in Mauritius?β
The 2026/27 National D2 season opened on Monday 9 November 2026, with La Gaulette Sharks defeating Savanne SC 3-2 in the first match of the campaign.
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