Gloucester Rugby vs Ospreys Prediction & Betting Tips - Challenge Cup

Prediction published on 11/04/2024, 12:45  by Devesh Jaganath | Modified on 12/04/2024 at 05:57 in Challenge Cup Predictions

The quarter-final of the EPCR Challenge Cup kicks off with Gloucester Rugby hosting Ospreys on Friday evening. Gloucester, celebrating their 150th anniversary, recently clinched England's domestic cup by defeating Leicester and now have their sights set on a European final at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. As second seeds, they enjoy home advantage throughout the tournament, and their recent form has been impressive, including a 35-20 victory over Castres last weekend. The French side lost 35-5 to Gloucester in January but were considerably stronger this time around, with 11 changes from that starting line-up. However, despite Castres putting up a stronger performance this time around, Gloucester managed to secure a win and advance to the last eight. With five wins in their last six home games, including the Premiership Rugby Cup title, Gloucester enters the match as clear favorites.

Meanwhile, Ospreys secured a 23-15 victory over Sale last time out, setting up a trip to England for the European Challenge Cup quarter-final this weekend. Tries from Morgan Morris, Keelan Giles, and Reuben Morgan-Williams sealed the win, maintaining Welsh representation in European competition. The win provided a much-needed morale boost for Welsh men's rugby, particularly in a season where Wales finished at the bottom of the Six Nations standings and with Ospreys being the sole team vying for a top-half finish in the United Rugby Championship. Opting for the smaller Brewery Field venue, their match last weekend marked the first European game held in Bridgend since the Celtic Warriors defeated Perpignan 16-15 in January 2004. However, as visitors here, Ospreys face a formidable challenge on their English journey, especially considering their recent record of only two wins in their last ten away games across all competitions.