Stade Atlantique
Bordeaux Métropole
23.05.2026
Program
5:00 PM
8:00 PM
OPENING OF THE VILLAGE ACTIVITIES
Feel free to visit the village on the stadium plaza to soak up the event’s atmosphere. Check out the booths of your favorite designers as well as those of the Crunch Creator’s partners: Les choses simples, La Boiserie, La Compagnie, La Marine Nationale, Carglass, Volvic, Andros, Vichy Laboratoires, Cocorico, and many others.
Once you’re there, enjoy a variety of activities: rugby-themed games, challenges, interactive experiences… Everything you need to get you in the mood before the game. You’ll also find plenty of food and drinks available throughout the evening.
6:30 p.m.
SLED CONTEST
A belly-sliding contest open to everyone (on-site registration).
7:00 p.m.
ARRIVAL OF THE PLAYERS
Experience the teams' arrival just like at a professional game.
7:40 p.m.
BLIND TEST RUGBY
Hosted by Philippe Maurice. Test your knowledge in a lively atmosphere.
7:00 p.m.
STADIUM GATES OPEN
8:00 p.m.
WARM-UP (START OF THE TWITCH LIVE STREAM)
Get ready for the excitement to build: mini-games, interviews, video content… The atmosphere gradually builds to immerse you in the heart of the game.
8:40 p.m.
THE SHOW MUST GO ON
Pre-game show and concert.
8:50 p.m.
WE'RE ALMOST THERE
Announcement of the lineups, players taking the field, national anthems: the final minutes before kickoff.
9:00 p.m.
KICK-OFF
The game consists of three 20-minute periods, with a 15-minute break between each period. Entertainment and surprises will punctuate these highlights.
(For more information on the rules of the game, see below.)
10:35 p.m.
CLOSING CEREMONY
An exceptional closing show, an awards ceremony, and a few final surprises to bring the evening to a spectacular close.
12:00 a.m.
END OF CRUNCH CREATOR
Closure of the entertainment village.
The concept
WHY "CRUNCH"?
The term "The Crunch" traditionally refers to rugby matches between France and England, symbolizing a historic yet respectful rivalry between the two nations.-
WHY "CREATOR"?
Because this groundbreaking match showcases a new generation of talent: the content creators who inspire millions of people every day.
WHY CRUNCH CREATOR?
Because this project was born from the convergence of two worlds that had long existed in parallel: the legacy of a legendary rugby rivalry and the energy of a new generation of creators. Led by Diego Sarthou, a rugby fan and content creator, the Crunch Creator brings the history of the France–England rivalry to life in a whole new dimension, both in the stands and online.
The Rules of the Game
The rules used for the match are the official rules of Rugby X. It is a hybrid version that retains the structure of 15-a-side rugby while speeding up the pace of play.
GAME TIME
The match will consist of three 20-minute sets.
NUMBER OF PLAYERS
10 starters per team.
REPLACEMENTS
Unlimited, they allow you to maintain maximum intensity.
SCRAMBLES
They are not pushed and consist of 5 players per team.
SCORING
Games are played with a minimum of 2 players per team.
PENALTIES
A yellow card results in a 5-minute temporary suspension. A red card results in the player's complete ejection from the game.