3 Things To Know About Castres Rugby

Castres Rugby, five-time French champions, aim for playoffs again. Every match streams in the U.S. on FloRugby.

Sep 5, 2025 by Joe Harrington

Castres Rugby (13-2-11) enters the new season with the reputation of being a steady, enduring club that resists easy categorization.

Neither a perennial champion like Toulouse nor a yo-yo side battling relegation, Castres has carved a niche as a resilient contender. Their sixth-place finish in 2024–25 reflected both their strengths and weaknesses — tough at home, less convincing away, but always in the fight.

This season promises much of the same. Opening at home against Pau gives the squad a chance to start strong, while road trips in September against Clermont and Toulouse will provide immediate indicators of form. The squad features an international blend of players who keep Castres competitive against better-resourced rivals. For fans, the attraction lies in the club’s combination of tradition, efficiency, and the occasional spark from a foreign recruit who blossoms in the Tarn.

The history of Castres underscores their consistency. Founded in 1898, the club has collected five French championships, a Coupe de France title, and a European Shield. While not flashy, Castres has maintained a culture of competitiveness and avoided the dramatic swings seen in other clubs. That steadiness is why they remain such a fixture in the Top 14.

Beyond the results, there are several facts that help explain why Castres continues to intrigue rugby followers.

A Century in the Top Flight

Few clubs of Castres’ size have spent so long in the top division.

Legendary Kickers

From Romain Teulet’s 2,612 career points to Benjamin Urdapilleta’s single-game record of 33, Castres is synonymous with goal-kicking excellence.

International Blend

The 2025–26 roster includes Uruguay’s Santiago Arata, New Zealand’s Jack Goodhue, and Fiji’s Leone Nakarawa. They complement French leaders like Mathieu Babillot.

How To Watch Castres Rugby On FloRugby and FloSports

Every Castres Rugby fixture streams live in the U.S. on FloRugby and the FloSports app, including all Investec Challenge Cup matches, with full replays available.

Castres Rugby Schedule 2025–2026

Sept. 6 — vs. Pau, Stade Pierre-Fabre, TBD ET
Sept. 13 — at ASM Clermont Auvergne, Stade Marcel-Michelin, TBD ET
Sept. 20 — vs. Bayonne, Stade Pierre-Fabre, TBD ET
Sept. 27 — at Toulouse, Stade Ernest-Wallon, TBD ET
Oct. 4 — at Racing 92, Paris La Défense Arena, TBD ET
Oct. 11 — at US Montauban, Stade Sapiac, TBD ET
Oct. 18 — vs. Stade Français Paris, Stade Pierre-Fabre, TBD ET
Oct. 25 — at ASM Clermont Auvergne, Stade Marcel-Michelin, TBD ET
Nov. 1 — vs. Union Bordeaux-Bègles, Stade Pierre-Fabre, TBD ET
Nov. 22 — at La Rochelle, Stade Marcel-Deflandre, TBD ET
Nov. 29 — vs. USA Perpignan, Stade Pierre-Fabre, TBD ET
Dec. 20 — at Stade Rochelais, Stade Marcel-Deflandre, TBD ET
Dec. 27 — vs. Lyon (LOU Rugby), Stade Pierre-Fabre, TBD ET
Jan. 3 — at Stade Français Paris, Stade Jean-Bouin, TBD ET
Jan. 24 — at Lyon (LOU Rugby), Matmut Stadium de Gerland, TBD ET
Jan. 31 — vs. ASM Clermont Auvergne, Stade Pierre-Fabre, TBD ET
Feb. 14 — at Union Bordeaux-Bègles, Stade Chaban-Delmas, TBD ET
Feb. 28 — vs. Stade Rochelais, Stade Pierre-Fabre, TBD ET
Mar. 21 — at Pau, Stade du Hameau, TBD ET
Mar. 28 — vs. US Montauban, Stade Pierre-Fabre, TBD ET
Apr. 18 — vs. Toulouse, Stade Pierre-Fabre, TBD ET
Apr. 25 — at Lyon (LOU Rugby), Matmut Stadium de Gerland, TBD ET
May 9 — at Pau, Stade du Hameau, TBD ET
May 16 — vs. Montpellier Hérault Rugby, Stade Pierre-Fabre, TBD ET
May 30 — at USA Perpignan, Stade Aimé Giral, TBD ET
June 6 — vs. RC Toulon, Stade Pierre-Fabre, TBD ET

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