With just one victory snatched against Mont-de-Marsan (29-27) on October 11, Stade Niçois has not been able to impose its law at home this season. While he was undefeated at Arboras last season, until this rise to Pro D2. “We are missing details at home,” confirms South African winger Christiaan Erasmus. “We undoubtedly put a little pressure on ourselves, we rush. Usually the teams win at home, we take points away.“An anomaly to be repaired this Friday against Nevers, a direct opponent for maintenance.
Nice can leave the red zone
Nevers is 13th in the ranking, two points ahead of Nice (16th). A success on the Riviera would allow them to overtake this opponent who remains on two setbacks. “We know that we can gain two places with a victory, it will be a fight, a war on the ground,” assures Erasmus. “Important match yes, crucial without doubt, definitive no,” adds forwards coach Mariano Taverna. “We don't want to put too much pressure on ourselves. We see that the team is progressing.“
Biarritz and Grenoble arrive
Stade Niçois was hoping to achieve a prestigious success in Aix-en-Provence last Friday, but a try by the locals in the final minutes left the Azuréens with further regrets (33-30). Before facing Biarritz and Grenoble, Nice would be well inspired to win at the Arboras. Moreover, it remains places from 10 euros.
