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Revenge for Toulon: Mignoni demands a strong performance against Toulouse!
Toulon meets Toulouse on October 26th, 2025. Mignoni emphasizes revenge and calls for offensive play after defeats.
Revenge for Toulon: Mignoni demands a strong performance against Toulouse!
Next Sunday evening there is an eagerly awaited duel in Toulouse, where the Rugby Club Toulonnais (RCT) meets the traditional Stade Toulousain. Last season, Toulon had to play against Toulouse three times and had to admit defeat twice in the Top 14 and once in the quarter-finals of the Champions Cup. The manager of the RCT, Pierre Mignoni, emphasizes that these memories are still fresh and will motivate the players to prepare optimally for the upcoming game.
Mignoni describes the upcoming encounter as a decisive event and emphasizes: “I am not amnesiac” when it comes to the series of defeats. So far this season, Toulouse have won all three home games and scored over 100 points in the last two games, which impressively underlines their offensive power. But the RCT wants to convert this stress into motivation and fight back as successfully as possible. ladepeche.fr reports on Mignoni's speech to his players, who should use their strengths in the strong second line and a solid bench.
Unfortunately, Toulon will be without some key players: Baptiste Serin, David Ribbans and Juan Ignacio Brex will be rested. Captain Charles Ollivon will line up in the second row, presenting an additional challenge for the team. Nevertheless, Mignoni is optimistic and does not avoid the prospect of a committed performance from his players. The RCT has analyzed the situation surrounding the defeats and would like to show more ambition in the game in this important game against the defending champions. rugbyrama.fr highlights the importance of making better use of the lost opportunities from the last game.
The challenge
For Toulouse, this game will be another opportunity to extend their dominance. The team, like the RCT, has recovered from the emotional setbacks of last season. The quarterfinal loss against Toulouse (18-21) was a hard blow for the team that still resonates in the players' minds. Nevertheless, the morale in the team was described as good and people are looking forward to the upcoming duel. Tickets for the game have already made a splash and the Vélodrome is expected to sell out - a record for any sport!
The preparation was shorter, but also easier. The pressure is high, but the game is not a knockout game, but an important encounter that will demand a lot from both teams. Above all, the team from Toulon has learned from the experience gained and now wants to show that they have made progress. Gabin Villière, who did not feature again after a mishap against Toulouse, is described as ready for the challenge. Mignoni knows what is at stake: Success will only be possible if the RCT finds its best form. Statbunker.com provides detailed statistics that can support the analysis of the game and provide insights into the performance data of both teams.
The upcoming game between Toulon and Toulouse promises to be an exciting chapter in the history of both clubs. Fans and players are prepared – rugby fever has reached Cologne.