VIDEO. TOP 14. In 2018, the unimaginable happened between Toulouse and Montpellier
Montpellier/Toulouse is the shock of the leaders. After their respective success over Pau and Racing 92, the two clubs have 14 units on the clock. But it is Toulouse who are in first place thanks to a better point difference. There is no doubt that these two formations, as well as La Rochelle, will fight until the end of the season for one of the qualifying places for the semi-finals. But we’re not there yet. On Saturday, Ugo Mola’s men travel to GGL Stadium for a shock that sent the powder. After only five days, the time is not yet for sales. If the bodies have to be rested, it is also important to maintain a good dynamic. If the MHR should align the big team, Toulouse could also send a competitive group with the hope of garnering points with the champion of France.TOP 14. Nobody talks about it, but Meafou makes a THUNDERING start to the season with ToulouseHowever, the presence of the internationals does not guarantee a victory for sure. The people of Toulouse have also checked it at the Hameau. Without envy and without aggressiveness, it can quickly turn into disappointment. And some players still present in Toulouse only know very well. In 2018, and chance of the calendar, Toulouse had already challenged Montpellier during the 5th day. Romain Ntamack started at the opening, Guitoune, Lebel, Aldegheri and Ahki were present in the starting XV with Ramos, Cros and Marchand on the bench. A solid composition after all, even if a large turnover had been achieved before the derby against Castres. At the time, the Lebels, Marchands, Ntamacks and Tauzins were not as experienced in Top 14 games. They had just come out of a world title with the U20s.TOP 14. Sizeable reinforcements for Toulouse are coming in the coming weeks!This Sunday, September 23, 2018, Toulouse, still undefeated at that time, had experienced one of the worst defeats in its history. Reduced to 14 after Piula Faasalele’s red card after 17 minutes for a dangerous tackle, the Toulousans had conceded 10 tries, including four from the former Louis Picamoles (3rd, 60th, 72nd, 75th). Ngandebe (7th), Nadolo twice (16th, 43rd) like Fall (28th, 64th) but also Pienaar (28th) had crossed the chalk line of the Stadium. Final score, 66 to 15, Bonneval having found the fault twice (46th, 80th). The Héraultais had to react after the spanking received in Lyon (55-13), and it was the young people of Toulouse who had paid the price.