Qualified for the round of 16 of the EPCR Challenge Cup, RC Toulon won a precious victory in Lyon on the 21st day of the TOP 14 (23-27).
In less than a week, Saturday, April 1, RC Toulon will meet the Toyota Cheetahs in the round of 16 of the EPCR Challenge Cup. While waiting to find the South African franchise, the Toulonnais continue their rise in the TOP 14 with a fourth victory in five games. On the occasion of the 21st day, the Varois indeed imposed themselves during their trip to Lyon by registering three tries on the lawn of the Matmut Stadium (23-27). ” We knew this game would be down to nothing. We have been pragmatic. We have been rewarded for our efforts for several weeks “, entrusted the number 8 Mathieu Bastareaud at the end of the meeting.
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And to add: We wanted continuity in our performance. Collectively, we were united, especially defensively. We didn’t give up and we knew how to stay calm and cold “. Among the other French formations qualified for the final stages of the EPCR Challenge Cup, ASM Clermont Auvergne shone at the Michelin, against CA Brive, by winning a bonus victory with six tries in the key (38-10). ” Collectively, we had a good match, and over 80 minutes. It’s the main thing in rugby and I liked this collective strength. Our season will be decided on our performance away from home, and it starts next week in Bristol. “Said ASM manager Christophe Urios.
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