Show of force from Toulouse against Leicester! Dupont and the Rouge et Noir annihilated the English, signing an improved victory which propelled them towards the European summits. Relive this anthology match…
Stade Toulousain delivered a breathtaking performance this Saturday afternoon on the Ernest-Wallon pitch. Led by an Antoine Dupont of the great days, the Rouge et Noir inflicted a real lesson in rugby on Leicester, winning 21-0. A look back at this dazzling match which propelled Toulouse towards the European summits.
Dupont, masterful conductor
From the first minutes, the tone is set. Antoine Dupont, emblematic captain of Stade Toulousain, ignites the stadium with his sharp runs and his exceptional view. The international scrum-half himself scored his team’s first try in the 5th minute, ideally launching the Rouge et Noir into this match.
His understanding with Romain Ntamack works wonders. The two friends combine to perfection, tormenting the English defense with their initiatives. Dupont is everywhere, sometimes at the conclusion, sometimes at the creation. A real poison for the Tigers.
Delibes and Meafou as finishers
Well served by their hinge, the three-quarters of Toulouse make the powder speak. Matthis Lebel and Arthur Retiere torture the corridors with their confusing support. But it is above all Dimitri Delibes and Emmanuel Meafou who stand out.
Delibes, served on a platter by a marvelous pass at the foot of Dupont, flattened into a corner in the 14th minute. The break test for Toulouse, dominating in all sectors of the game.
Meafou, for his part, took advantage of excellent work from Jelonch and Ntamack to infiltrate the axis and score in force. His try made the score 21-0 in the 17th minute. A real recital of the Rouge et Noir.
-Leicester helpless
Faced with this surge from Toulouse, Leicester seems totally overwhelmed. Lacking solutions, the English suffered the red and black waves without being able to react. Even their internationals, like Ford or Genge, are harmless as the Toulouse defensive curtain appears impermeable.
The entries into play on the Tigers side will not change anything. Toulouse unfolds and calmly manages its lead, leaving only crumbs for its opponent. An impressive display of strength from Ugo Mola’s men.
It’s a very nice victory, in style. We put in all the ingredients to win today. But you have to stay humble and continue to work.
Antoine Dupont, at the broadcasters’ microphone at the end of the meeting
Qualification assured, time for the final stages
Thanks to this improved success, Stade Toulousain validates its ticket for the round of 16 of the Champions Cup. Better, according to a source close to the club, this victory could even give them a quarter at home, depending on other results.
A fair reward for this attractive Toulouse team, driven by an impeccable state of mind. There is no doubt that the Rouge et Noir have the weapons to win a new European star this season. The next few weeks promise to be exciting for Ernest-Wallon!
