Stade Rochelais vs Stade Toulousain Prediction & Betting Tips - Top 14

Prediction published on 28/12/2023, 15:05  by Nella Wagah | Modified on 30/12/2023 at 07:05 in Rugby Predictions

A repeat of last season’s final is in the offing when Stade Rochelais host Stade Toulousain in the Top 14. Both teams are currently out of the playoff slots with Rochelais in ninth while Toulousain are two places above. Rochelais had a somber Christmas after losing 18-13 to Stade Français in a game that saw Jonathan Danty red-carded. The defeat deepened Rochelais’ woes as they were compounded to their third successive defeat. The run has been attributed to their disastrous start in the Champions Cup. In the European competition, Rochelais went down to United Rugby Championship sides Linster and Stomers. The home side’s defeat to Leinster was, however, their second in 14 games, underscoring their strength at home.

Toulousain head into the encounter brimming with confidence following three successive victories. Last time out the record French champions got the better of Toulon in a hard-fought 25-17 win. This came on the back of an impressive Champions Cup start, having recorded wins over Harlequins and Cardiff Rugby. The visitors possess an advantage over Rochelais in their previous meetings, having won 16 and lost seven. Toulousain will have sweet memories of their last encounter as a 29-26 win secured their 22nd title. The reigning champions have posted good stats this season, ranking first in offloads with 112 and broken tackles (247). Toulousain will be banking on the trusted boot of Enzo Herve that has racked in 85 points. His decent numbers are added to the two tries he has scored this season.