Top 14: Montpellier winner of the French championship

Montpellier club (Hérault) was crowned French rugby champion for the first time in its history, Friday June 24, against Castres (Tarn). Players and supporters all wanted to touch the trophy with their hands. “You have to take advantage, because these are moments that are totally rare. We don’t realize and we will try to realize as late as possible, and take advantage“, says Arthur Vincent.

Montpellier went for the title in 12 short minutes, thanks to a thunderous start to the match: tkings tries scored, against Castres too quickly exceeded. The second half is under control. In 36 years, Montpellier has lost two finals. “It’s a kid’s dream. It’s still hard to realize“, expresses Anthony Bouthier. Place de la Comédie, the party around this historic title lasted a good part of the night and should resume when the French champions return on Saturday June 25, at the end of the afternoon.