RC Toulonnais vs Stade Rochelais Prediction & Betting Tips - Top 14

Prediction published on 13/06/2024, 11:05  by Nella Wagah | Modified on 14/06/2024 at 05:27 in Rugby Predictions

The opening French Top 14 quarter-final will see RC Toulon take on La Rochelle at the Stade Mayol on Saturday. Toulon narrowly missed out on an automatic ticket to the semis after their final regular season defeat to Stade Francais Paris. La Rochelle on the other hand secured their place in the playoffs after beating Racing 92 in the last round of the regular season. It has been a while since Toulon made it to the playoffs as they finally ended their six-year wait to be in the final stages. Their fourth-place finish in the regular season allows them the privilege of hosting the quarter-finals. This will be a massive boost for the hosts, having been a formidable force in their own backyard. Pierre Mignoni’s men have won all their last five games at the Stade Mayol and will be looking to extend this impressive run.

La Rochelle are looking to go one better this season after reaching getting to the final last season, ultimately losing to Stade Toulousain. Ronan O'Gara’s men had an interesting season where they spent most of it out of the playoff places. A late charge at the tail end of the season saw them secure fifth place after beating Racing 92. It is this surge they will hope to carry here. They will however face a daunting task when they come up against Toulon away from home. Rochelle’s record on the road has been wanting in recent outings. It reads three losses and a draw, meaning they will be here seeking a first win in five away matches. Another big game against Stade Toulousain awaits the winner of this encounter to complete the first semi-final.