Castres Olympique vs Club Athletique Brive - will the title holders get a win?

In the round 4 of the France Top 14, Castres Olympique will lock horns against Club Athletique Brive. While both teams are coming into this match from a loss in their last fixture, we give the match analysis in the following paragraphs, and various betting tips below.

Castres Olympique - defending champions can not lose the third time

Despite winning the France Top 14 last season, Castres Olympique has not had it on a platter of gold this season. In their last three matches, the host has lost twice. In their last match against Bordeaux Begles, the Olympique could not even get a win in either of the halves, scoring 12 goals at full time to 33. However, it is worthy to note that the host has not lost while playing at home this season. Also, we hope they can have a repeat of this, defending well at home and getting a second league win.

Club Athletique Brive - the visitors have a lot work to do

While they lost to Montpellier last week, Club Athletique Brive will hope they can get back to winning ways this week against Castres Olympique. The visitors sit in 7th on the league table, with 3 points off 12th placed Castres Olympique. However, in this match, we do not expect the match to be an easy one for the visitors. However, working hard and fielding this match with their best squad will be an advantage for them. We expect a tough fight from the Brive.

Expert Betting Tips

Both teams are not in good form this season after three opening matches played. However, looking at their past meetings together, Castres Olympique have three wins, while Club Athletique Brive has two wins. Matches between both teams have always ended in a tight contest. We will be having the spread on Club Athletique Brive.