Glasgow Warriors vs Toulon Predictions - Glasgow Warriors to advance to the semi-finals

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Glasgow Warriors have an impressive 12-match home winning streak.
Toulon's away form is fragile, with losses in 9 of their last 11 games.
Glasgow Warriors are predicted to cover the -10.5 handicap.

Glasgow Warriors have been in excellent form lately (Getty Images)

The Glasgow Warriors have played their best rugby at their stadium this season and have yet to lose a match in this edition of the Investec Champions Cup. Toulon have had a solid campaign and have an excellent record against the Glasgow Warriors.

Glasgow Warriors have won 12 of their last 13 fixtures in all competitions.
Glasgow Warriors have won 12 consecutive home matches in all competitions.
Glasgow Warriors have lost 3 of their last 4 home games against Toulon.
Toulon have lost 4 of their last 6 matches in all competitions.
Toulon have lost 9 of their last 11 away fixtures in all competitions.
Toulon have won 5 of their last 6 games against the Glasgow Warriors.

Head to Head

Toulon have the advantage with five victories to one against the Glasgow Warriors in six meetings.

Glasgow Warriors Form

The Glasgow Warriors came out on top against the Bulls in their European Rugby Champions Cup round of 16 match last weekend, winning 28-24 after trailing 17-14 at half-time.

The Glasgow Warriors had an outstanding Investec Champions Cup Pool 1 campaign. They defeated the Sale Sharks 26-21 away, Toulouse 28-21 at home, and Clermont 33-21 away before beating Saracens 28-3 at home.

Glasgow have won their last three home games in the URC prior to their victory against the Bulls. They defeated Munster 31-22, Leinster 38-17, and Benetton 31-10.

The Glasgow Warriors will fancy their chances against Toulon in the quarter-finals, having won all their fixtures in the competition, and are on an impressive 12-match winning streak at home.

Toulon Form

Toulon secured a controversial, narrow 28-27 home win over the Stormers in their Investec Champions Cup round of 16 clash last weekend after leading 14-13 at the break.

During the European Rugby Champions Cup Pool 2 qualifiers, Toulon lost 33-20 to Edinburgh away before beating Bath 45-34 at home, Munster 27-25 at home, and Gloucester 31-14 away.

Toulon have struggled away from home in the Top 14 since advancing out of the pool stages. They lost 32-12 to Pau, drew 13-13 with Lyon, and lost 36-20 to Perpignan.

Toulon have played well in the competition so far, and they have an excellent record against the Glasgow Warriors; however, their away form is lacking, having suffered nine defeats in 11 outings on the road.

Team News

Glasgow Warriors

Captain Kyle Steyn highlighted that his team knows what to expect from Toulon this weekend: “They’re no stranger to knockout rugby and they know how to get results in these big one-off matches, so we know what’s coming. We’re excited for the challenge though and the boys will be ready.”

Hooker Johnny Matthews has signed a three-year contract with Montauban ahead of next season.

Toulon

Former All Black Ma'a Nonu has been suspended for three weeks for a dangerous tackle against Wandisile Simelane of the Stormers in the 79th minute of the match.

Sergio Parisse is set to join the Italy national team coaching staff.

Verdict

Glasgow Warriors v Toulon

The Glasgow Warriors have been in fine form at home this season and are tipped to cover the -10.5 handicap in their Investec Champions Cup quarter-final match against Toulon.

Glasgow Warriors -10.5

Handicap

@1.91 - 3 Units

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