Bordeaux vs Racing Metro Club 92 Prediction: The two teams are struggling

In a crucial Round 17 clash in the France Top 14, Bordeaux is set to host Racing Metro Club 92 at Stade Chaban-Delmas. Racing Metro Club 92 has the opportunity to overtake Bordeaux in the Top 14 standings with a victory in this away match. Here is a comprehensive preview of this matchup, followed by a prediction.

Bordeaux finds themselves nine points behind the coveted second place that would secure them a spot in the play-off semi-finals. Eager to improve their recent form, they have faced setbacks, losing their last two matches in the Top 14. The first was a home defeat against Section Paloise, followed by a substantial 41-12 loss at the hands of Castres, a team boasting a strong home record with seven wins out of nine.

Bordeaux has demonstrated strength in their home performances, winning six out of eight league games. Prior to the recent setbacks, they had enjoyed a six-game winning streak before narrowly losing to Stade Francais Paris and Section Paloise.

As the weekend begins, Racing Metro Club 92 holds the sixth position in the standings, trailing third-placed Bordeaux by only a single point. Securing the sixth place would guarantee Racing a spot in the end-of-season play-offs, but they are only three points ahead of the seventh-placed RC Toulonnais. Sustaining their presence in the play-off positions requires a significant improvement in Racing's current form.

Unfortunately for Racing, they have faced a downturn, losing each of their last four games in the Top 14. The most recent defeat came at the hands of league leaders Stade Francais Paris, adding to their struggles. On the road, Racing has won only two of their seven games, with the last three ending in defeats. In their recent away match in the Top 14, they suffered a 26-5 loss at the hands of USA Perpignon. Notably, Racing Metro Club 92 has conceded a total of 76 points in their last three league fixtures.

This upcoming match holds significant importance for both teams, as they currently find themselves in the play-off positions despite recent struggles. Racing has an opportunity to surpass Bordeaux in the table with a victory. However, their defensive vulnerabilities, road struggles, and a recent four-match losing streak pose challenges for them.

Anticipating a closely contested game, Bordeaux Begles is favored to secure a home victory with a -8 points handicap.