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A couple of years ago, they were a strong leading team in Europe. Eleven of their players were Six Nations’ champions in 2009 - remember Ronan O’Gara? Peter Stringer? Or Paul O’Connell? All part of this Irish success: their second Grand Slam. Well, these are good memories. But in the past few years, this Munster was struggling to get back to the top. On the European front for instance, the last time they played a final was in 2008 - and they won to Toulouse. So, it was about time that one the most prestigious Irish team was back to the top. An up and down seasonThis is a great sum-up of Munster’s 2023 season: ups and downs. Seven rounds in the tournament and they had only two wins. Quite a small ratio. At one point, the Irish province was fourteenth in the ranking table. But thanks to a strong finish of the season, they made it to the finals. A win away in South Africa to the Stormers (24-26) and a draw to the Sharks (22-22): two crucial wins to qualify for the knockout stage after finishing fifth overall. Was it the impact of Graham Rowntree, coach since the year before? Could be. origin" allowfullscreen="">But what was to come wasn’t really a walk in the park, by any means! Munster dealt pretty easily with Glasgow Warriors in the quarter-finals, defeating them away from home (5-14). And then, it was another tricky game to come - still away from their bases, against solid fellow Irishmen from Leinster. A drop goal, two minutes before the end of the match by Jack Crowley, gave Munster the win (15-16). Isn’t he a worthy successor to ROG? With an incredible end against the two-time European Rugby Champions Cup finalist, they reach the Grand final and yet, who would have bet on them? With four wins away from home after an almost disastrous start of the season, they made it to the end - if that’s not a crazy happy ending, then what is? Yet, Crowley’s teammates had one last step. One final chapter of their story to write down.What an ending show !Twelve years without a win, although they had three shots to make it. In 2015, 2017 and 2021, Munster had reached the last step without any success. So, this May 27, 2023, the stakes were up high for the Irishmen. For the SA team as well, truth be told. Proof is: three hours after going on sale, the game was sold out at the Cape Town DHL Stadium. This final was going to be huge with more than 56,000 people who made it to that special day. A full stadium for a showpiece match. Actually, the most crowded stadium ever for any DHL Sortmers game, with 5,000 travelling Irish fans.The home side got up and running early on, as Manie Libbok intercepted and raced to the line to score the opening try. But with a yellow card for No 8 Evan Roos, the SA team got in danger and had to defend: he was yellow-carded for deliberate offside. Munster leading 2 tries to one and scoring 74 from John Hodnett the try of the victory converted by Jack Crowley. It was a hard fought final. Juste like we enjoy them. A game that could have gone either way and was in the balance until the very end. The Irish did just enough, right at the end, to defeat the defending champion (19-14) to claim a title they hadn’t won since 2011.
2020-21 Pro 14 season was different. Pandemic dictated, only twelve teams were involved, all regrouped in Europe - without South Africa. And it kind of brought back old memories. After a hat-trick last season with a victory over Ulster, Leinster hadn’t yet satisfy their appetite for more success. They managed to do something even more incredible that we could have imagined.A title for the agesSensational. Something that had never been done before. Historic.By winning an 8th United Rugby Championship title - a fourth one in a row - the 2021 version of Leinster has made history once again, securing a spot as one of the greatest club in the league history.This kind of superiority is likely to remain unmatched for a very long time. It is, indeed, quite hard to defend your title in URC: the only team to succeed in such a challenge was… Leinster, back in 2013 and 2014.And they meet again…It was a close season for Leinster and Ulster, being neck and neck in Conference A (14 wins, 2 losses each). But thanks to a display of tries in the previous games and 13 bonus points earned, the defending champion was ahead in the ranking table. One more victory over their fellow rivals in the round 14 (38-19) and Leinster had secured a top spot advancing to a 13th championship final. origin" allowfullscreen="">A 13th championship final against their best rival: Munster (recording a 14W-2L this season as well). The two Irish teams have played each other twice in a final, winning one each (Leinster in 2002 (24-20) and Munster in 2022 (19-9)). It was time to find out which one was going to take the lead.But this season’s final game didn’t take the expected take-off. Was it due to Covid-19 restriction and the empty crowd? Probably. But Porter, Keenan, Hanshaw and Cie kept up the good defensive work until Jack Conan found a breach. The only try of the match to secure a 16-6 win over Munster and an 8th championship title. origin" allowfullscreen="">Not the expected show, but a memorable time for the Irish team, fans and followers all around the globe.
This seventh edition of the championship was played with a four-country format and it might have not be obvious to bet on a Welsh team to succeed in a competition that had been mostly dominated by Ireland. But if you had look a bit closer, you would have seen that the Scarlets had signed big names before the start of the season: Rhys Patchell, Werner Kruger, Jonathan Evans and Jonathan Davies, being back from Clermont, where he was playing in the French Top 14. The favourites had a solid start of their season. As per usual - almost - Munster and Leinster took the two first positions of the ranking table. And then, surprise - or not - Scarlets and Ospreys completed the top four. Four teams qualified for the semis. No Italy, no Scotland. An unforgettable prowessAfter a strong season, Scarlets became a dangerous team and definitely a hard one to beat! In the regular games, they had only lost to Ospreys and to Leinster, winning a capital game to Munster at Thomond Park (21-30).A good preparation before what was to come: the play-offs. Firstly, they got their revenge to Leinster (15-27) at the RDS Arena, getting three tries very early on and heading to a tumultuous final. More than a good preparation. Having already won to Munster probably gave the welsh team more confidence, but this final was almost a walk in a park. They produced a brilliant display to defeat Munster in the Dublin final.With an attendance of almost 45,000 people at the Aviva Stadium, they didn’t get scared, producing a spell of superb passing and attacking prowess which saw them quickly take the lead. Liam Williams delivered an amazing performance, showing the way and scoring the opening try for what was to be his last game with the team before heading to the Saracens in England. Soon, he was imitated by Steff Evans, who scored his 11th try of the season, making him best scorer, helping his team to bring their first title since 2004. A memorable triumph.
Farewell Celtic League. Goodbye Pro14. It is time for something new. Something fresh. Please welcome the United Rugby Championship. A new name to represent elite clubs across two hemispheres, because yes, it is also time to welcome the four new South Africa teams: Sharks, Stormers, Lions and Bulls. As incredible as it seems, two of them made it to the final for their very first year. What a start! But let’s rewind back to a crazy season, when the new teams have gained confidence through the year. Stormers lead the wayIn this new environment of 16 teams, they’ve all been separated into regional shield pools. And Stormers led the way to the South African one. With only four losses - the best total overall, all teams included - they finished second of the table ranking. Only Leinster, in the Irish group, did better in terms of wins with thirteen victories. One more win and six more points that made the reigning champion leader of the overall ranking table. Bulls’ achievement As the eight first teams made it to the play-offs, only Stormers, Ulster, Bulls and Leinster played the semis. An interesting South-African - Irish duel for a spot in the Grand final. And it was a massive choc in Dublin. The defending champion was knocked out of the competition against a brilliant Bulls ambush. The reigning champion, who had already lost to La Rochelle in the European Champions Cup less than a month ago, didn’t manage to get the best of the Bull’s aggressiveness. A super-close game (26-27) that stopped the Irish province from getting a fifth successive title, and a first final for the SA team of Pretoria. A great revenge for Jake White’s team who had lost in Ireland on the opening week (31-3) and didn’t want to live the same experience twice. On the other semi, Stormers got past Ulster with the same difficulty (17-15).A first URC final for a first SA derbyIt was definitely not the expected final - rather a real showpiece between two traditional rivals. But a great show to come between two teams that had both won 10 of their last 11 games as they marched through the play-offs.More than their individual performances, for the very first time in history the final of the competition did not include at least one Irish province. A great for time for the newbies, ending a run of 14 years dominated by Ireland. Prior to their arrival in the URC, the two teams had already met once in the Super Rugby final, Bulls winning (25-17) giving them a third title in four years. A crazy victory led then by Morne Steyn - still in the squad but on the bench for this special day to come. A packed Cape Town stadium welcomed Cheslin Kolbe and Victor Matfield to bring the trophy onto the pitch before celebrating what would for sure be a historical moment.Bulls were off to a better start. Ten points to three before half-time in a game dominated by kicking and gaining territory. But what could stop them from lifting their very first URC trophy in history? Probably their lack of discipline even though another part of the answer came from Evan Ross. At 22 years old, the No 8 had been playing incredible rugby the whole season and it made perfect sense that the rebellion came from the one awarded as the Next Gen Player of the year. Back from the locker-room craving to score, he turned things upside down in the game. The leading team suddenly became the defensive one and as discipline stayed a weakness, Cornal Hendricks left the pitch for 10 minutes. After almost an hour of play, Stormers eventually led the way and never let it go. Libbok secured the victory (18-13) with a drop-goal five minutes right before celebrating with teammates, becoming at the same time the player to score the most points in the regular season.
It’s a revengeful Warriors’ team that found their way to a second final in a row. Losing to Leinster the year before - the Irish becoming the first club ever to retain the trophy - the stakes were up high on the Scottish front. That season also marked something huge rugby wise: for the very first time in the league history, Leinster started the season without Brian O’Driscoll who had retired after 186 appearances with the green jersey and one last title. A good startThey were on a streak. After their 2014 campaign, Warriors kept going with the same intensity in their rugby. Sixteen wins at the end of the regular season and they easily and logically finished first of the ranking table. Right behind, Munster didn’t have any reason to blush either. 75 points as well but one less victory and they were second. Play-offs didn’t seem to be a huge obstacle as they quickly took the lead against welsh from Ospreys (21-18). The story could have been completely different for the Scot. Right before the 60th minute, Ulster was on the lead (6-17). Ulster was also dominating. It was then hard to know if the Warriors could turn the situation around. The stroke of genius came from Daniel Sander Merwe. One try, five minutes before the whistle was blown and the two teams were up to 14 all. Then, it all happened between the feet of Finn Russell. For his second season with the blue jersey, he had now the kick of the victory to kick. And he did it. 16-14. Warriors were off to a second final in a row. Exceptional. And the best was yet to come. An ever better endingThis one might have been an easy one. Truth be told - they probably deserved it after such a long and intense season. And once more, they showed a team with much character. Munster and O’Connell might differ opinion since their giant second row was playing his last rugby game. Not the expected farewell, but he’ll remain a name we remember as lock reference. A great player and a great man who gave so much to rugby.Warriors quickly and easily scored three first-half tries and Finn Russell sealed the win with a fourth right before the hour was indicated on the clock. With joy and emotion, Townsend’s men triumphed by 18 points (13-31) in a not very contested final but such a joyful one for the Scottish side.Glasgow had never won the title. No - not a single Scottish team had won a professional trophy, and that’s something to remember. A remarkable day for Scotland. A date to remember. At last, a trophy for a Scottish club in the professional rugby history.
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LegendaryPlays offers unique rewards that you can earn by completing your My Legendary XV album. Below are the rewards you can try to win. But we haven't told you everything... More experiences will be revealed soon! An all-inclusive hospitality experience for 2 at the URC 2023/24 Grand Final + €500 pocket money Have you ever imagined experiencing the URC Final in dream conditions? Pack your bags: wherever it takes place, two places for you and your guest are waiting! And to make sure you experience this event in the best possible conditions, you'll have an extra €500 in your pocket! Receive a signed shirt from the players of your favourite clubDo you want to be able to show off in front of all your mates? Do you want to be the star of your entourage? We'll give you a signed shirt from your favourite players! A unique and priceless prize that you can win thanks to LegendaryPlays. Follow in the footsteps of a legend by getting your boots worn on the pitch! A pair of incredible shoes that will have experienced a URC tournament match like you could never have imagined! So, are you ready to slip your feet into them? So how do you go about earning these exceptional rewards? Buy play packs, complete your album, and check your ranking on the leadeardboard. Can't find it? No problem! To spice up the game, the first few weeks are blind. You put together your team and develop it according to the strategy you choose: your dream line-up, jerseys from 1 to 15, 100% moments from your favourite club. There are many ways to earn bonus points for consistency. You can check them out here. When the league table is published, you'll know where you stand in relation to the other players. What tactics will you adopt to aim for the top of the leaderboard: racking up boosters, adding rare Plays, working on the consistency of your XV? The first to arrive will be the first to be served, so don't wait if you want to enjoy some unforgettable experiences. Do you know which one to choose if you reach the TOP 30 on 31 May 2024?
TOULON OUTCLASS MHR On the opening day of this 19th Top 14 round, Toulon literally blew Montpellier out of the water (54-7). With 8 tries scored, "Les Varois" are back in the Top 6, synonymous with qualification for the finals. Review Duncan Paia'aua's try PERPIGNAN WIN CRUCIAL MATCH FOR SURVIVAL In the battle for survival, the Catalans won by the slimmest of margins against Oyonnax (14-15). The win takes USAP out of the relegation zone. However, the home defeat (almost) doomed the Oyonnax side. Watch Alistair Crossdale's solo try RACING SPRING A SURPRISE IN CASTRES With the return of Le Garrec, Gibert and Fickou, the team from Paris won in the final minutes at Pierre-Fabre (21-23). It was a hugely important win, and one that secures their place in the Top 6. Vibre ahead of the personal achievement of Racing winger, Christian Wade CLERMONT REASSURES AGAINST PAU After their disappointing draw against Oyonnax, Clermont were eagerly awaited when they took on Section Paloise. In a match that featured 8 tries, it was the Yellow and Blue who had the last word, winning 31-28. Check out Baptiste Jauneau 's try after some excellent work by his forwards. STADE FRANÇAIS CONFIRM TOP SPOT After being outplayed by Lyon for over an hour, the Parisians came out like champions at the end of the match. The pink soldiers remain leaders of the championship with this victory over the LOU (22-13). We show you winger Lester Etien's try from the end of the line. BAYONNE BY A HAIR AGAINST LA ROCHELLE The Basques continue their incredible unbeaten run at Jean-Dauger! Trailing 13-0, the Rochelais responded at the end of the match to pull back to within a point of the Aviron (13-12). Hastoy even had the match ball two minutes from time. But he only hit the post... Victory by a tiny point for Bayonne. Watch the magnificent team effort by the Rochelais, finished off by Judicaël Cancoriet. BORDEAUX WITHSTANDS TOULOUSAIN'S COMEBACK It was THE match of the day. In an electric atmosphere at the Matmut Atlantique, Bordeaux seemed to be heading for an easy victory, leading 24-7 at the break. But the Toulouse team came back strongly just after the break. It was not enough against Bordeaux, who held their nerve at the end of the match. Victory 31-28 for UBB. Watch again the speedy try by France international Damian Penaud.
LA ROCHELLE POWER 5 AGAINST STADE FRANÇAIS On the opening day of the 18th TOP 14 season, "Les Maritimes" beat leaders Paris 23-3 with an attacking bonus. For the first time this season, Ronan O'Gara's men are in the TOP 6! Watch the fantastic try by South African winger Dillyn Leyds. CLERMONT AND OYONNAX GO HEAD TO HEAD In the battle of the Auvergne Rhône-Alpes, Clermont and Oyonnax played out a 15-15 draw. Plisson and Miotti scored all 15 of their teams' points from penalties-kick See Domingo Miotti's penalty-kick at the siren, which gave Oyonnax a draw. LYON ON TOP AGAINST CO After their rout in the Basque Country, Lyon won 34-19 in front of their home crowd against Castres Olympique. An attacking bonus earned at the very end of the match means that the LOU are now well clear of the relegation zone. Replay the first try of the match, scored by3rd row Jordan Taufua. MONTPELLIER WIN BY THE SLIMMEST OF MARGINS AGAINST UBB The MHR secured the vital points against Bordeaux with a narrow 10-3 victory. This was the fourth consecutive victory for the Montpellier side, who have confirmed their revival this season. Replay the only try of the match, scored by Cobus Reinach. PAU DEFEATS BAYONNE IN AN XXL MATCH 82 points scored, 42 to 40 for Section, it was THE match of the weekend! The 64 derby produced an 11-try encounter in which Pau and Bayonne went head to head. In the midst of all this madness, there was one magnificent try! It was scored by Palois winger Théo Attisogbe. PERPIGNAN TOPPLES TOULOUSE IN 2024! The reigning French champions fell to the Catalans! After 8 straight wins in all competitions, Stade Toulousain lost for the first time in 2024. It was a late win for the Catalans (27-17), who are always irreproachable at Aimé-Giral. Discover the winning try, scored by Tommaso Allan RACING GET BACK TO WINNING WAYS (AT LAST) After 5 consecutive league defeats, Racing 92 got back to winning ways with a 20-6 victory over RCT at Paris La Défense-Arena. The win keeps "Les Ciel et Blanc" in the Top 6 of the Top 14. Replay the only try of the match scored by Maxime Baudonne.
What if we took a step back in time? What if we relived the best actions of the French championship?Legendary Plays has selected 49 iconic Top 14 players just for you. You'll be able to rediscover some of these players' finest actions and most memorable moments.This collection will take you back ten or even twenty years! Without further ado, here is a presentation of some of the players in this collection.Christophe Dominici, the shooting starAgainst Biarritz Olympique, in the Top 16 final at the time, Christophe Dominici scored one of the finest tries ever scored in a French championship final.He picked up the ball on the halfway line, accelerated but was caught out...But he wasn't held! He rose to his feet at lightning speed, after sliding off his knees. His top speed then did the rest as he finished behind the try line. It was quite a career for the man with 67 caps for the French national team, and winner of the 1998 V Nations Tournament and 3 Six Nations Tournaments. A two-time European runner-up and 5-time French champion with Stade Français, Dominici was one of the greatest French wingers in history. Frédéric Michalak, the gifted FrenchmanDuring the 2001 final between Stade Toulousain and ASM Clermont, Michalak used his full range of skills to score a penalty from almost 50 metres. At just 19 years of age, the player trained at Stade Toulousain is discovering himself in the eyes of the rugby world.And his record of achievements is STRATOSPHERIC. Three times French champion (2 with Toulouse and 1 with Toulon), 6 times European champion (3 with Toulouse and 3 with Toulon). He has won the Six Nations Tournament 4 times, including 3 Grand Slams, and is the highest scorer in the history of the French national team with 436 points! Are you still alive? We can hardly believe it! Sébastien Chabal, Hummmm « Chabal »Naturally, this list includes the monster, the beast that is Sébastien Chabal, 62 caps for the French national team. A 113-kilogram colossus colliding with you at full speed obviously leaves its mark. His monstrous tackle in the Top 16 semi-final in 2003-2004 was a case in point.Click here to try to obtain his extraordinary tackleTo his credit? Two Six Nations tournaments, in the squad for two Rugby World Cups with Les Bleus. Apart from winning the French Pro D2 title with LOU in 2014, his record of achievements in France unfortunately does not reflect his career... A SENSATIONAL player that French rugby will never forget. Juan-Martin Hernandez, “El Mago”Juan-Martin Hernandez scored his side's only try of the semi-final in the corner against Bourgoin with his club Stade Français. It was a crucial try that sent the Parisians into the final at the Stade de France, before they went on to win it.A two-time French champion with Stade Français and European champion in 2015 with RCT, the Argentinian magician has spent some fine seasons on French soil. Whether he played as an opener, fullback, centre or even winger, his time in France was marked by his vision and exceptional intelligence. Hernandez won 74 caps for the Pumas, with whom he played in three World Cups. A monstrous career for an exceptional player. Imanol Harinordoquy, the leaping basqueDuring the Basque Country derby between Biarritz Olympique and Aviron Bayonnais, Imanol Harinordoquy was on the receiving end of a clever overhead kick from Dimitri Yachvili.The Basque player has won twice the French championship with Biarritz Olympique and is a two-time finalist in the European Cup.Winner of 4 Six Nations tournaments with the French team, including 3 Grand Slams (2002, 2004 and 2010), Imanol has also taken part in three Rugby World Cups, reaching the final in 2011. Finishing his career with Stade Toulousain, Harinordoquy's career was a reflection of his size (1.92 metres and 105 kilos): HUGE. You can find other old-fashioned players in our collection:Fabien Galthié : Stade Français 🇫🇷Xavier Garbajosa : Stade Toulousain 🇫🇷Florian Fritz : Stade Toulousain 🇫🇷Rupeni Caucaunibuca : SU Agen 🇫🇯Napolioni Nalaga : ASM 🇫🇯Jonny Wilkinson : RCT 🏴Jean-Baptiste Elissalde : Stade Toulousain 🇫🇷Julien Arias : Stade Français 🇫🇷Yann Delaigue : Castres Olympique 🇫🇷Dimitri Szarzewski : Stade Français 🇫🇷Brock James : ASM 🇦🇺Sonny Bill Williams : RCT 🇳🇿Lionel Beauxis : Stade Français 🇫🇷Pierre Mignoni : ASM 🇫🇷Pepito Elhorga : Aviron Bayonnais 🇫🇷Patricio Albacete : Stade Toulousain 🇦🇷Felipe Contepomi : RCT 🇦🇷Julien Malzieu : ASM 🇫🇷Byron Kelleher : Stade Toulousain 🇳🇿Iain Balshaw : Biarritz Olympique 🏴Julien Dupuy : Stade Français 🇫🇷Clément Poitrenaud : Stade Toulousain 🇫🇷Joe Van Niekerk : RCT 🇿🇦David Skrela : ASM 🇫🇷Sireli Bobo : Racing 🇫🇯Paul Sackey : Stade Français 🏴Luke McAlister : Stade Toulousain 🇳🇿Romain Teulet : Castres Olympique 🇫🇷Matt Giteau : RCT 🇦🇺Benoit August : Biarritz Olympique 🇫🇷Ignacio Corleto : Stade Français 🇦🇷Jamie Cudmore : ASM 🇨🇦Jean-Baptiste Poux : Stade Toulousain 🇫🇷Lionel Nallet : Racing 🇫🇷Mario Ledesma : ASM 🇦🇷Nicolas Brusque : Biarritz Olympique 🇫🇷Nicolas Mas : USAP 🇫🇷Pascal Pape : Stade Français 🇫🇷Percy Montgomery : USAP 🇿🇦Rodrigo Capo-Ortega: Castres Olympique 🇺🇾Sylvain Marconnet: Stade Français 🇫🇷Thibaut Privat: ASM 🇫🇷William Servat: Stade Toulousain 🇫🇷Yoann Maestri: Stade Toulousain 🇫🇷All these players and their actions are now available on Legendary Plays So don't wait, open your pack the old-fashioned way and let the magic begin.
Toulouse improve against neighbours Castres The South-West derby quickly turned in favour of Ugo Mola's men. Impressively effective, Toulouse outclassed their neighbours with 5 tries scored (33-6). A bonus-point victory that puts Stade Toulousain comfortably in the top 2 of the rankings. Watch the try scored by Juan-Cruz Mallia Bayonne outclass LOU in the race to stay up In an important game at the bottom of the table, it was the Basques who came out on top, and with flying colours. In front of their home crowd at Jean-Dauger, Bayonnais waited until the hour mark to turn the match in their favour (39-10). Replay the5th Bayonnais try by fullback Cheikh Tiberghien Montpellier record 3rd consecutive win over Oyonnax Les Cistes confirm their current good form. The MHR won at Oyonnax (35-39). The win sees the Montpellier side leave the red zone for the first time since matchday 4! Oyonnax remain in last place in the Top 14. Watch again the try by Montpellier3rd row Nico Janse Van Rensburg Stade Français consolidate top spot The Parisians beat Section Paloise 25-12 at the Stade Jean-Bouin. Thanks to a brace from the inevitable Sekou Macalou, Stade Français clinched an attacking bonus point and remain top of the league. See one of Sekou Macalou's tries Toulon forget the bonus point against USAP A convincing victory for "Les Varois" on their home turf against USAP (44-22). Gaël Drean scored twice, enabling Toulon to regain a place in the top 6. USAP, on the other hand, find themselves relegated. Enjoy the crazy run made by Toulon winger Gaël Drean Bordeaux reassure themselves against Racing After their heavy defeat at Castres, UBB responded well in front of their home crowd with an easy 21-5 win over Racing 92. With Nicolas Depoortere on fire, Bordeaux are back on the podium. The Francilians, on the other hand, are on a downward spiral, suffering their fifth successive defeat in the league... For you, the Nicolas Depoortere rocket ! La Rochelle close in on the Top 6 It was a victory that will do La Rochelle's morale a world of good. In poor form since the start of the season, the Maritimes put on a show at Marcel-Deflandre. By scoring no fewer than 6 tries, the "Yellow and Black" secured a valuable attacking bonus point in the race for qualification. Final score? 42-3! You can see Teddy Thomas' try here
Montpellier secure home advantage Buoyed by their comfortable win at Racing last week, Montpellier are continuing their drive to stay in the top flight. Les Cistes won on home turf against a valiant Bayonnais side (28-23). The Basques secured a precious bonus point at the end of the match. Replay the MHR team try, scored by Brandon Paenga Amosa Pau dispose of Toulon Following their success at Chaban-Delmas, Section Paloise overcame RCT this weekend (17-9). It was a small but precious victory for the Palois, who are back in the TOP 6. Watch the interception that led to Luke Withelock's try USAP win with bonus point against La Rochelle The Catalans have confirmed that they will be hard to beat at Aimé-Giral. Perpignan beat the European champions 27-15 with an attacking bonus. Replay of Tommaso Allan's splendid try from the line Castres Olympique roll over UBB In the top-of-the-table match, it was Castres Olympique who came out on top against Bordeaux. A bonus-point win (41-12) sees Jeremy Davidson's men join the Top 14 podium. Take a look at the first try scored by Jack Goodhue, the all-black centre in the colours of the CO. Lyon take a breath of fresh air LOU Rugby beat Oyonnax 43-26 in a match crucial to their survival. The Lyon side are now 10th in the table, while Oyonnax are more relegated than ever. Watch Davit Niniashvili's splendid try Stade Français take the derby by storm The Paris derby was the eagerly-awaited match of matchday 16. The match ended in a solid victory for Stade Français at La Défense Arena (11-27). With Peniasi Dakuwaqa on fire, the men in pink are still top of the Top 14. Vibre ahead of Peniasi Dakuwaqa 's crazy 127-metre run! Toulouse's Espoirs win at Clermont It's THE big win of the 16th matchday. With a (very) young team, Toulouse won the battle against Clermont (33-37). With no fewer than 10 tries scored in the match, Ugo Mola's men join Stade Français at the top of the table. Watch Arthur Retière's speedy try
Lyon bounce back against Rochelais. The LOU beat the reigning European champions 28-17 thanks in particular to a brace from Baptiste Couilloud. The Lyon side have given themselves some breathing space, but are still under pressure in the race to avoid relegation. Check out the trickster try by Lyon's captain. Pau score big in Bordeaux Section Paloise beat Union Bordeaux Bègles 20-10 at Chaban-Delmas. The Béarnais are back on track after a run of 4 consecutive defeats, while the Girondins have come to a real standstill. Replay the first try of the match scored by Axel Desperes Paris snatch bonus point from USAP. The pink soldiers were held by the Catalans for 60 minutes before winning 32-19. The Parisians take the offensive bonus point and the lead in the French championship. Watch the 4th Parisian try by Rory Kockott. Racing humiliated by Montpellier. The league's bottom side pulled off a major coup with a 44-20 win at Paris La Défense Arena. The bonus-point win moves the Cistes back to within a point of 12th place. You will find the trial of Christopher Tolofua, who arrived a week ago from Toulon. Toulouse beat Oyonnax in a festival of tries The red-and-black duel was won by Toulouse with a (prolific) score of 61-34. It was a big win with an attacking bonus, marked by a four-try haul from Paul Graou, named man of the match. Watch one of the tries scored by Toulouse's scrum-half Bayonne win their tussle with Clermont. The Basques maintained their unbeaten home record by beating ASM 21-13. Grégory Patat's men continue to defend the impregnable Jean-Dauger turf, and are now in tenth place in the league. Watch again the try by Bayonne centre Guillaume Martocq. Castres dominate Toulon and return to the top 6 In this duel between contenders for the final stages of the competition, Castres defeated Toulon 25-17. Thanks to this victory, the Castrais are back in the Top 6 and confirming their good momentum. The winning try was scored by Josaia Raisuqe, and you can relive it here!