3 Things To Know About Montauban Rugby

Montauban Rugby, 1967 French champions, returns to the Top 14 in 2025–26. Matches stream live in the U.S. on FloRugby.

Sep 5, 2025 by Joe Harrington

Montauban Rugby steps into the 2025–26 Top 14 with the weight of history and the promise of a fresh start. Promotion from Pro D2 after a 17-0-13 season has returned the green-and-black to France’s premier competition.

For a club that last claimed the French championship in 1967, the moment is a reminder of both tradition and resilience.

The climb back has not been simple. Bankruptcy in 2010 forced Montauban to rebuild, and the club spent years working its way through Fédérale 1 and Pro D2. Their playoff push in 2025 marked the payoff for steady development, backed by a strong core of forwards and a committed supporter base at Stade Sapiac.

In many ways, this season will be a test of adaptability. The Top 14 is faster and more physical than Pro D2, and Montauban must find ways to win close matches against established clubs. At the same time, the squad carries international talent, with players from South Africa, Tonga, Fiji and beyond giving it depth that few newly promoted teams can match.

Supporters will not only track the standings but also rediscover the excitement of seeing elite clubs visit Montauban again. The team’s presence in the Top 14 restores rivalries and places them back into a national conversation they have long sought to rejoin.

Historic Champions

Montauban’s only French title came in 1967, a defining moment still celebrated by supporters.

International Core

The roster includes key internationals like Sikhumbuzo Notshe, Vaea Fifita and JT Jackson, offering both skill and experience.

Stade Sapiac Atmosphere

Known for its steep terraces and close proximity to the pitch, Stade Sapiac is one of French rugby’s most distinctive venues.

How To Watch Montauban Rugby in the United States

Fans can watch Montauban matches in the United States exclusively on FloRugby and the FloSports app, which stream every Top 14 game as well as the Investec Champions Cup, EPCR Challenge Cup, United Rugby Championship, and Premiership Rugby.

Montauban Rugby Schedule 2025–26

Sep. 6 — Stade Français Paris vs Montauban
Sep. 13 — Montauban vs Lyon
Sep. 20 — Montauban vs Union Bordeaux-Bègles
Sep. 27 — Montauban vs Perpignan
Oct. 4 — ASM Clermont vs Montauban
Oct. 11 — Castres Olympique vs Montauban
Oct. 18 — Montauban vs Stade Rochelais
Oct. 25 — Racing 92 vs Montauban
Nov. 1 — RC Toulon vs Montauban
Nov. 22 — Montauban vs Stade Toulousain
Nov. 29 — Montauban vs Stade Français Paris
Dec. 20 — Montauban vs Union Bordeaux-Bègles
Dec. 27 — Stade Rochelais vs Montauban
Jan. 3 — Montauban vs ASM Clermont
Jan. 24 — Stade Français Paris vs Montauban
Jan. 31 — Montauban vs Racing 92
Feb. 14 — Castres Olympique vs Montauban
Feb. 28 — Stade Toulousain vs Montauban
Mar. 21 — Montauban vs Perpignan
Mar. 28 — Stade Toulousain vs Montauban
Apr. 18 — Montauban vs RC Toulon
Apr. 25 — Montauban vs Stade Rochelais
May 9 — Montauban vs Union Bordeaux-Bègles
May 16 — Perpignan vs Montauban
May 30 — Montauban vs Stade Français Paris
Jun. 6 — Montauban vs Stade Rochelais

How To Watch Montauban Rugby in the United States

How To Watch Rugby Matches In The United States On FloRugby

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