A day full of twists and turns shook the Top 14 this weekend. Bordeaux-Bègles wins with authority, Montpellier offers a demonstration, while Lyon finally breathes with a crucial victory.
In a one-sided duel, Union Bordeaux-Bègles defeated Stade Français (19-46) on its lawn, temporarily seizing the lead in the championship. Despite a chaotic first half and a barrage of penalties, UBB accelerated after returning from the locker room, taking advantage of Parisian defensive errors. Louis Bielle-Biarrey, real poison, scored two decisive tries in an offensive Bordeaux festival. Opposite, Stade Français sinks with a second defeat at home, slipping dangerously to the bottom of the table.
In Montpellier, the locals left Bayonne no chance (42-10), scoring a third consecutive victory. Thanks to a thunderous start marked by three tries in 23 minutes, the Héraultais quickly sealed the fate of the match. Despite a timid reaction from Bayonne in the second half, Montpellier dominated from start to finish, winning a valuable offensive bonus. Bayonne, fourth, however remains solid in the top 6.
Finally, Lyon returned to victory by winning laboriously against Perpignan (17-12). A match marked by inaccuracies and Lyon’s excitement, but where the locals were able to preserve their advantage acquired before the break. If the USAP pushed until the last minute, it left frustrated with a simple defensive bonus, illustrating a fierce fight to maintain.
Lyon 17-12 Perpignan
Montpellier 42-10 Bayonne
Stade Français 19-46 Bordeaux-Bègles
