Lebrun brothers lead Nîmes-Montpellier to first Champions League final

The Nîmes-Montpellier alliance secured a place in the Champions League final on Saturday 16 May. The team defeated Borussia Düsseldorf 3-1 in the semi‑final. The victory marks the first final appearance in the club’s history. The three points that decided the tie were scored by the Lebrun brothers, Félix and Alexis. Their contributions gave the French side a decisive edge over the German opponents. The match ended with a 3-1 scoreline. Borussia Düsseldorf, representing Germany, were unable to overturn the early deficit. Their lone goal came after the Lebrun brothers had already put Nîmes-Montpellier ahead. The German club’s challenge ended with the defeat. Reaching the final is a historic milestone for the Nîmes-Montpellier partnership. The alliance has never previously contested a Champions League final. This achievement underscores the rapid rise of French table tennis. In the championship match, Nîmes-Montpellier will meet Sarrebruck. Sarrebruck is the club of Olympic champion Fan Zhendong. The upcoming final will pit the French duo against a seasoned German side. The final will determine the first European title for the Nîmes-Montpellier alliance. Both teams will aim to claim the prestigious Champions League trophy. The contest promises a high‑profile showdown in European table tennis.