Gloucester Rugby vs Ospreys Prediction & Betting Tips - Challenge Cup
by Devesh Jaganath | in Challenge Cup Prediction
The quarter-final of the EPCR Challenge Cup kicks off with Gloucester Rugby hosting Ospreys on Friday evening. Gloucester, celebrating their 150th anniversary, recently clinched England's domestic cup by defeating Leicester and now have their sights set on a European final at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. As second seeds, they enjoy home advantage throughout the tournament, and their recent form has been impressive, including a 35-20 victory over Castres last weekend. The French side lost 35-5 to Gloucester in January but were considerably stronger this time around, with 11 changes from that starting line-up. However, despite Castres putting up a stronger performance this time around, Gloucester managed to secure a win and advance to the last eight. With five wins in their last six home games, including the Premiership Rugby Cup title, Gloucester enters the match as clear favorites.
Meanwhile, Ospreys secured a 23-15 victory over Sale last time out, setting up a trip to England for the European Challenge Cup quarter-final this weekend. Tries from Morgan Morris, Keelan Giles, and Reuben Morgan-Williams sealed the win, maintaining Welsh representation in European competition. The win provided a much-needed morale boost for Welsh men's rugby, particularly in a season where Wales finished at the bottom of the Six Nations standings and with Ospreys being the sole team vying for a top-half finish in the United Rugby Championship. Opting for the smaller Brewery Field venue, their match last weekend marked the first European game held in Bridgend since the Celtic Warriors defeated Perpignan 16-15 in January 2004. However, as visitors here, Ospreys face a formidable challenge on their English journey, especially considering their recent record of only two wins in their last ten away games across all competitions.
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The Best Betting Odds for Gloucester Rugby v Ospreys Match
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1.4 | 23 | 3.1 |
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1.4 | 34 | 3.5 |
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Gloucester Rugby vs Ospreys Form
Gloucester Rugby and Ospreys Last Matches
5/6 (83%)
0/6 (0%)
1/6 (17%)
5 Apr 2024 - Challenge Cup
30 Mar 2024 - English Premiership Rugby
22 Mar 2024 - English Premiership Rugby
15 Mar 2024 - Premiership Rugby Cup
17 Feb 2024 - Premiership Rugby Cup
28 Jan 2024 - English Premiership Rugby
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
6 Apr 2024 - Challenge Cup
30 Mar 2024 - Pro 12
22 Mar 2024 - Pro 12
1 Mar 2024 - Pro 12
18 Feb 2024 - Pro 12
21 Jan 2024 - Challenge Cup
Gloucester Rugby - Ospreys Key Points
- Gloucester came through the group stages as second seeds
- Gloucester have won seven of their last eight matches in all competitions
- Gloucester have won five of their last six home games
- Gloucester have won the last two matches between these sides
- Ospreys have only won two of their last ten away games in all competitions
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Our Gloucester Rugby vs Ospreys Prediction
While Ospreys have been in decent form lately, it is a tall ask to head to Gloucester and come away with the win against a side that has been excellent in cup competitions this season. The hosts were arguably guilty of underestimating Castres last week, but we doubt they’ll make a similar mistake this time. Our Gloucester vs Ospreys prediction: Gloucester to win the match.
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