The momentum is building! After a spectacular start to 2026 with a victory over the 2nd-ranked Brest, Tornado Luxembourg hits the road this weekend for a matchup that could reshape the group standings.

This Saturday, Tornado travels to face Évry-Viry, the team sitting directly above them in the table.

The Stakes: Leapfrog Opportunity
The math couldn't be simpler or more exciting:
5th Place: Évry-Viry (19 points)
6th Place: Tornado Luxembourg (18 points)

With just one point separating the two sides, this is a classic "six-point game." A regulation win for Tornado would vault them past Évry-Viry and into the Top 5, confirming the team's resurgence as a serious playoff contender.

The Matchup: Momentum vs. The Former Leader
Évry-Viry started the season as the undefeated group leader but now finds themselves in a dogfight for positioning. Tornado, meanwhile, is trending upward.

Confidence is high after the 5-3 upset of Brest, fueled by the return of Greg Holodkovs, who scored twice in his first game back, and the continued scoring touch of Julien Vogt.

The Challenge: Protecting the Net
While the offense is clicking, the defensive zone will be under the microscope. As Coach Eriksson noted last week, the goaltending situation is "complicated" with injuries to both Jesse and Victor, even though Jesse seems able to get back on the ice again.

To secure points on the road, Tornado will need a total team effort—blocking shots, clearing rebounds, and playing the disciplined, transition-based hockey that dismantled Brest. The "Blue Working Dress" mentality will be essential to protect the netminder and stifle Évry-Viry’s attack.

Follow the Action
Can Tornado extend their winning streak and climb the ladder? Stay tuned to our social media channels for updates from the road! The game will also be streamed live on hockeyfrance.tv

Allez Tornado! 🌪️🌪️🌪️