Clermont vs Racing 92 Prediction & Betting Tips - Top 14

Prediction published on 30/11/2023, 15:05  by Nella Wagah | Modified on 01/12/2023 at 00:38 in Rugby Predictions

Eighth-placed ASM Clermont Auvergne welcome leaders Racing Metro 92 at the Stade Marcel-Michelin in a French Top 14 game on Saturday. Four losses and as many wins sum up Clermont’s inconsistent season so far. They are battling for a top-six spot that will guarantee a quarterfinals place in the playoffs. Having lost back-to-back matches to RC Toulonnais and Stade Toulousain, a positive result here will do. The 2017 champions have been porous at the back. Coming into this round of matches, they have the worst defensive record in the top eight.

Racing will be looking to inflict a second straight home defeat to Clermont, who rarely lose at their home turf. The visitors have posted an impressive start to the season that sees them sit top of the standings. Their decent run has them on six wins in their opening eight games, garnering 28 points. Racing have form on their side and are coming from back-to-back wins over Stade Rochelais and Stade Francais Paris. The 2016 champions have won five of their last six games. A massive win against La Rochelle will definitely be a big confidence boost coming here.