Bordeaux-Bègles Miss Out on Top 14 Playoffs Despite European Success

Top 14: Maxime Lucu Admits Bordeaux-Bègles ‘Fell Into Negative Spiral’ After Missed Playoffs By Daniel Richardson | June 7, 2026 | Bordeaux, France (UTC+2) | Updated 14:35 Bordeaux-Bègles head coach Maxime Lucu has publicly acknowledged his team’s domestic struggles, calling their Top 14 campaign a “negative spiral” after missing the playoffs despite back-to-back European titles. … Read more

Bath Rugby’s Eccentric Number 8: The Most Unique Character in English Rugby

In the meticulously structured world of professional rugby, where sports science and disciplined nutrition often strip the game of its eccentricities, Alfie Barbeary is a refreshing, chaotic anomaly. The Bath Rugby number 8 has become as famous for his off-field persona as he is for his bruising carries and explosive agility on the pitch. To … Read more

Top 14: UBB Shine, Toulouse Stumble, Clermont & Bayonne Out

During the third day of the European Cup, Bordeaux-Bègles hit hard against Northampton while Toulouse lost again away. Only ASM and Rowing are eliminated before the last day. Before the fourth and final day of the group stage of the Rugby Champions Cup, only two poor performers (out of the 24 teams entered) have already … Read more

UBB-Northampton: Unionist Debate – Live Updates & Analysis

During the third day of the Champions Cup this Sunday (4:15 p.m.), the European champion from Bordeaux meets the English Saints, whom he defeated in the final last spring. 17:27 Coles essay! (47th, 38-12) The English international reduced the gap after a very nice sequence in the French 22 meters. 17:24 Woki’s try for the … Read more

Clermont UBB Win: Relief for French Rugby Club

After three defeats in a row, the Auvergnats won this Saturday at the Michelin, against the European champions from Bordeaux (34-19). In the fog, the ASM breathes a little. Clermont indeed won, this Saturday at the Michelin stadium, against Bordeaux-Bègles (34-19), on the occasion of Boxing Day of the 13th day of the Top 14. … Read more

UBB: Lucu & Depoortere Among Players Rested Internationally

The European champions face the Welsh Scarlets on Saturday, after their victory in South Africa against the Bulls. After its victory in Pretoria against the South African Bulls last Saturday, Union Bordeaux-Bègles faces the Welsh Scarlets on Saturday in Chaban-Delmas, on the second day of the Champions Cup. For this meeting, Yannick Bru and his … Read more

Stade Toulousain Dominates Bordeaux-Bègles | Top 14 Rugby

The Rouge et Noir made short work of the Unionists (56-13) this Sunday, at the end of the 6th day of the championship. There was only one team on the field this Sunday evening. The Toulouse planes were constantly arriving. The destination? The Girondin goal. For the UBB, the result hurts. For Toulouse, the five … Read more

Capuozzo: Toulouse Return & Making Up For Lost Time

Toulouse Roars Back: Content Over Score in dominant performance By ArchySports Staff Toulouse, France – After a challenging outing in Bayonne, Stade Toulousain delivered a resounding response, proving that the substance of their play, not just the final tally, is what truly matters. The team’s performance against UBB showcased a renewed focus and a commitment … Read more

Toulouse vs UBB: Live Score & Updates

Toulouse Dominates Early, UBB Claws Back in Thrilling Rugby Clash Toulouse, france – October 12, 2025 – The roar of the Stade Ernest-Wallon faithful was deafening as Toulouse, a powerhouse in European rugby, asserted early dominance against UBB (Union Bordeaux Bègles) in a match that promised fireworks. While Toulouse landed the first significant blows, UBB … Read more