2024-01-14 07:33:40
Finally, the time for a rebound in Europe for Racing? With two losses conceded in as many Champions Cup days, the Ile-de-France team missed its entry into a tough Group B, losing first at home against Harlequins (28-31, December 10), then on the pitch. of Ulster (31-15, December 16). With two meager defensive bonus points won, Stuart Lancaster’s men occupy 5th and penultimate place in the group, tied with Cardiff.
This situation will force the Racingmen to work hard to qualify for the final phase with, to begin with, a perilous trip to Bath this Sunday. For their part, the English won their first two matches, against Ulster (37-14) and Cardiff (32-39). A mattress that will allow them to approach the game with the desire to get closer to the 8th finals.
Very important, this match will also be an opportunity for the Ciel et Blanc to reunite with their former Scottish fly-half Finn Russell. Transferred at the end of last season, the latter played 101 matches with Racing between 2018 and 2023.
In the Top 14, the Parisians enjoyed a great success (34-30) against Castres last Saturday, necessary to maintain their leading position. Supporters of a very offensive game and the best attack in the championship, Siya Kolisi and his team will have to let go to bring down their hosts.
As a reminder, only the first four from each group will join the next round while the teams ranked fifth will be transferred to the Challenge Cup.
The match between Bath and Racing 92 will kick off this Sunday, January 14 at 2 p.m. The meeting will be broadcast on BeIN Sports 3.
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