Montpellier Rugby Eyes Bounce Back | Top 14 Preview

Montpellier Rugby opens 2025-2026 aiming to return to playoffs. All matches stream in the United States on FloRugby and FloSports.

Sep 4, 2025 by Joe Harrington

Montpellier Rugby Eyes Bounce Back | Top 14 Preview

Montpellier Hérault Rugby enters the 2025-2026 Top 14 season seeking stability after finishing last year with a 12-0-14 record.

The club showed flashes of promise but often struggled to string together consistent performances.

With a retooled roster that includes several international signings, Montpellier’s campaign will be defined by whether the team can improve its home form and challenge for a playoff spot.

The GGL Stadium faithful saw both thrilling victories and frustrating defeats last season.

Montpellier’s attack was spearheaded by a back line that showed creativity but lacked finishing in critical matches.

Defensively, the team had trouble closing games, contributing to the losing record. Still, the squad features international talent and depth, giving the team reasons to believe this year could produce better results.

Recruitment brought a mix of experience and promise.

Notable arrivals include hooker Ricky Riccitelli from New Zealand, Scottish scrumhalf Ali Price, and former Scotland fullback Stuart Hogg.

English powerhouse Billy Vunipola joins in the back row, along with Welsh lock Adam Beard. Their presence signals Montpellier’s intent to balance grit with flair, something the team has lacked in recent seasons.

The club also parted ways with veteran scrumhalf Cobus Reinach, who returned to South Africa. Filling that gap will be vital in establishing continuity at No. 9, with Price and Leo Coly expected to battle for minutes. The success of this transition could define the team’s early-season form.

How To Watch MHR Rugby In The United States

Fans in the United States can stream every Montpellier match live on FloRugby and the FloSports app, which also carries Top 14, Gallagher Premiership Rugby and United Rugby Championship fixtures.

The platform provides full match coverage, highlights and additional shoulder programming to keep supporters connected across the season.

MHR Rugby Schedule 2025-2026

Sept. 6 — vs. RC Toulon, GGL Stadium
Sept. 13 — at USA Perpignan, Stade Aimé Giral
Sept. 20 — vs. Stade Français Paris, GGL Stadium
Sept. 27 — at Bayonne, Stade Jean-Dauger
Oct. 4 — vs. La Rochelle, GGL Stadium
Oct. 11 — at Toulouse, Stade Ernest-Wallon
Oct. 18 — vs. ASM Clermont Auvergne, GGL Stadium
Oct. 25 — at Lyon, Matmut Stadium de Gerland
Nov. 1 — vs. Racing 92, GGL Stadium
Nov. 22 — at US Montauban, Stade Sapiac
Nov. 29 — vs. Castres Olympique, GGL Stadium
Dec. 6 — at Pau, Stade du Hameau
Dec. 13 — vs. Union Bordeaux-Bègles, GGL Stadium
Jan. 3 — at Toulouse, Stade Ernest-Wallon
Jan. 10 — vs. USA Perpignan, GGL Stadium
Jan. 17 — at RC Toulon, Stade Mayol
Jan. 24 — vs. Lyon, GGL Stadium
Feb. 7 — at La Rochelle, Stade Marcel-Deflandre
Feb. 14 — vs. Bayonne, GGL Stadium
Feb. 21 — at Stade Français Paris, Stade Jean-Bouin
Mar. 7 — vs. Toulouse, GGL Stadium
Mar. 14 — at ASM Clermont Auvergne, Stade Marcel-Michelin
Mar. 21 — vs. US Montauban, GGL Stadium
Apr. 4 — at Racing 92, Paris La Défense Arena
Apr. 11 — vs. Pau, GGL Stadium
Apr. 18 — at Castres Olympique, Stade Pierre-Fabre
Apr. 25 — vs. La Rochelle, GGL Stadium
May 9 — at Union Bordeaux-Bègles, Stade Chaban-Delmas
May 16 — vs. ASM Clermont Auvergne, GGL Stadium
May 23 — at Racing 92, Paris La Défense Arena
May 30 — vs. USA Perpignan, GGL Stadium
June 6 — at Lyon, Matmut Stadium de Gerland

Montpellier Rugby 2024-2025 Season Recap

Montpellier closed the 2024-2025 season with a 12-0-14 record.

Despite the losing tally, the squad picked up important wins against Bordeaux and Clermont that kept them clear of relegation danger.

The side struggled against the league’s top tier, losing heavily to Toulouse and La Rochelle, but found steadier footing at home.

Montpellier Rugby Interesting Stat

One glaring number from last season was Montpellier’s inability to win away from home.

The team managed just three victories on the road, leaving the bulk of their points at GGL Stadium. Improving away form is crucial if they want to return to playoff contention.

Montpellier Rugby Roster 2025-2026

Forwards: Nika Abuladze, Enzo Forletta, Ricky Riccitelli, Jordan Uelese, Christopher Tolofua, Mohamed Haouas, Wilfrid Hounkpatin, Luka Japaridze, Florian Verhaeghe, Matthieu Uhila, Adam Beard, Bastien Chalureau, Lenni Nouchi, Alexandre Becognee, Yacouba Camara, Alexander Masibaka, Billy Vunipola, Marco Tauleigne, Langi Gleeson, Valentin Welsch, Baptiste Erdocio, Tyler Duguid.

Backs: Ali Price, Alexis Bernadet, Leo Coly, Hugo Reus, Thomas Vincent, Domingo Miotti, Thomas Darmon, Gabriel Ngandebe, Lennox Anyanwu, Auguste Cadot, Karl Martin, Justo Piccardo, Arthur Vincent, Donovan Taofifenua, Madosh Tambwe, Mael Moustin, Stuart Hogg, Tom Banks.

Montpellier Rugby Stadium GGL Stadium

Montpellier’s home is the GGL Stadium, a modern venue located in the Hérault region.

The stadium provides a strong atmosphere with a capacity exceeding 12,000, and it has become one of the most distinctive rugby venues in southern France.

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