Stade Toulousain vs Stade Rochelais Prediction: An historical title decider ahead

The Top 14 final is shaping up to be a showdown between two formidable squads in this grand final for the 2022–2023 season. Even though Toulouse has the home field advantage, they must still play well because La Rochelle are now on a winning streak that has them believing they can win anywhere they play.

Stade Toulousain - home team must be at top level

The Red and Blacks completed the league phase with seventeen victories and one tie, which was good enough to earn them the top spot. They have not been defeated in their own stadium yet this season. After defeating Bordeaux at home 31-17, the team suffered a setback on the road against Perpignan, losing 26-21. After that, there would be a victory at home against Brive by a score of 54-10. After defeating Racing 92 at home by a score of 41-14 in their previous encounter, Toulouse easily advanced to the championship match. The game was predicted to be tight, but instead Toulouse put up an outstanding performance, scoring five tries to take the match by storm. It wasn't until the 71st minute that they gave up their first points, which is a testament to how dominant they were. Statistics reveal that Toulouse have not yet suffered a defeat on their own turf in the Top 14 competition this season. Twenty of Toulouse's last 21 matches at home, in all competitions, have been won by the team.

Stade Rochelais - Rochelais’ confidence is high

The Maritimes qualified for the championship by finishing in second place on the Top 14 table, where they won seventeen of their twenty-one matches. Their recent form includes a loss to Montpellier by a score of 42-31 and a victory over Leinster by a score of 27-26 away from home in the Champions Cup Final. After that, there was a victory over Stade Francais at home by a score of 14-10. Their most recent outcome, a 24-13 victory against Bordeaux in the semi-finals, was their most recent game. La Rochelle displayed a strong effort at home and came away with a decisive victory thanks to their three tries. The visitors were only able to score one try against La Rochelle's defense in the second half, and it was a penalty try. The first half's dominance set the stage for the victory. On the road, key highlights show that Stade Rochelais prevailed over Leinster with a final score of 26-27 to claim the title of European Rugby Champions Cup champions for the current campaign. In addition to that, they have won 12 of their most recent 13 matches across all of their competitions.

Head-Head Highlights

In the most recent 24 meetings, Toulouse has a better record of 17-7. The most recent match played in La Rochelle's stadium was won by a score of 30-7.

Expert Betting Tips

I am not questioning the fact that Stade Toulouse have been a good side during the entire season in the league, but taking on a side like the Rochelais side will not be an easy one for them. Stade Rochelais will be optimistic about their chances of winning another trophy because they have been successful in the bulk of their recent encounters. On the other hand, considering the fact that the home team is currently doing better and that they are playing at home, the offensive play might be electrifying. In addition, I anticipate that Stade Rochellais will cover the spread in this game as well.