Toulouse at half-time?
Although both teams play a game of movement, focused on attack with three quarters of international level, it must be recognized that Stade Toulousain is the favorite for this final. In the last eight meetings, Toulouse has only lost once, and has gained a lot of confidence during the final stages of the Champions Cup.
Few injuries, optimal form and a well-established playing system will probably be synonymous with a strong start to the game for Toulouse. Opposite, the UBB has made changes to its starting XV, and could observe an observation round.
The rating to follow: Toulouse leads by 4 points at half-time, 1.72.
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Mallia still decisive?
Since his arrival in 2021, Juan-Cruz Mallia has been an undisputed starter for Toulouse, and a formidable player capable of playing in the centre, at the back, at fly-half, but especially on the wing. It is in this position that he most often stands out in the final phase.
During the semi-final against La Rochelle, the latter scored a double, Same thing in the European Cup where he scored two tries in the quarter-final, and one in the semi-final. Very fit, the Argentinian is a free electron on the field, and gets along perfectly with a certain Antoine Dupont who offers him caviar.
On the pitch, the four wingers are world class with Kinghorn on the Toulouse side, and Bielle-Biarrey and Penaud for Bordeaux. Needless to say, the tries could rain down, and the Puma should take advantage of them.
Odds to follow: Test by Juan-Cruz Mallia, 2.50.
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Rugby orgy?
For this final of the French championship, the two best teams of the season meet in the final. At least, those who played the best, for the pleasure of the spectators. It is also the best attack, Toulouse, with 765 points scored against the third, Bordeaux, with 677 units.
Toulouse has passed the 100-try mark (103), while the Girondins have scored 80. This promises to be a great spectacle, and an unbridled final! This season, there was an average of 55 points scored in the two regular season clashes, with Toulouse winning the first match 29-22, and losing the second 31-28.
The rating to follow: Over 55 points in the match, 2.20.
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In the end, it’s Toulouse who wins
Although Bordeaux has serious arguments to put forward, such as the return of key players to the squad for this final, it is difficult to stop Toulouse’s momentum. The defending champions are on the verge of achieving a new historic double with the European Cup, which adds extra motivation.
Beyond the stakes, Toulouse has the ability to win matches, to be realistic in key moments and to quickly distance its opponents. Against Paris, Bordeaux came within inches of playing extra time, if the capital’s striker had not missed the final conversion. This time, it should be too close.
The odds to follow: Toulouse victory, 1.29.
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