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Northampton Saints vs Bordeaux Predictions - Bordeaux to see off the Saints in the Investec Champions Cup final
This article explores the upcoming Investec Champions Cup final between Northampton Saints and Bordeaux. Bordeaux remains unbeaten this season and has a strong track record, having won seven consecutive matches in the competition. The Saints have improved significantly but face challenges due to potential injuries to some key players. With Bordeaux's away form being less consistent, the final promises to be an exciting match. The betting tip suggests Bordeaux to cover a -7.5 handicap, given their current form.
- Bordeaux undefeated in this season's Investec Champions Cup.
- Northampton been playing well, but key players may be missing.
- Bordeaux tipped to cover a -7.5 handicap against Saints.
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Bordeaux are undefeted in this edition of the European Rugby Champions Cup (Getty Images)
Northampton Saints vs Bordeaux Predictions
- Northampton Saints vs Bordeaux Predictions
- Head to Head
- Northampton Saints Form
- Northampton Saints Team News & Injuries
- Bordeaux Form
- Bordeaux Team News & Injuries
The Northampton Saints have improved as their season has progressed. Bordeaux are unbeaten in this season's Investec Champions Cup and have previously defeated the Saints.
- Bordeaux have won 5 of their last 7 matches in all competitions.
- Bordeaux have won 2 of their last 5 away games (Top 14).
- Bordeaux have won 7 consecutive fixtures in this competition.
- Northampton have won 6 of their last 7 matches in all competitions.
- Northampton have won 4 consecutive home games in all competitions.
Head to Head
The Northampton Saints lost 16-12 to Bordeaux at home in Pool A of the 2020/2021 European Rugby Champions Cup.
Northampton Saints Form
The Northampton Saints played at home in their round of 16 and quarter-final matches in the European Rugby Champions Cup this season, beating Clermont 46-21 and Castres 51-16 before causing an upset win over Leinster 37-34 away from home in the semi-finals.
Northampton lost 33-0 to the Leicester Tigers before defeating Clermont 46-24, Castres 51-16, Bristol 48-31, and Saracens 28-24 in their last five home games.
The Northampton Saints have regained form during the finals stage of their season, but they are likely to be without some key players who played a crucial role in their semi-final victory against Leinster.
Northampton Saints Team News & Injuries
Curtis Langdon, James Ramm, and Alex Coles are doubtful starters after picking up injuries against Saracens.
Fin Smith has scored 71 points in this edition of the Investec Champions Cup.
Tommy Freeman has scored nine tries in the competition thus far, whilst Henry Pollock has dotted down over the try line seven times.
Bordeaux Form
Bordeaux had the advantage of playing their round of 16, quarter-final, and semi-final matches of the Investec Champions Cup at home this season, defeating Ulster 43-31, Munster 47-29, and rivals Toulouse 35-18.
Bordeaux lost 36-32 to Bayonne, beat Perpignan 29-17, lost 36-31 to Racing 92, and defeated Pau 26-22 before losing 46-27 to Montpellier in their last five away fixtures.
The Bordeaux Begles have reached their first European Rugby Champions Cup final without losing a match, although they have not been at their best away from home lately.
Bordeaux Team News & Injuries
Winger Damian Penaud, who has scored 12 tries in the 2024/25 European Rugby Champions Cup, looks set to return to action after recovering from an ankle injury.
Matthieu Jalibert has scored 71 points for his club this season.
Louis Bielle-Biarrey has scored eight tries for Bordeaux in the competition thus far.
Verdict
Bordeaux have been in excellent touch throughout this season's competition and are tipped to cover the -7.5 handicap and come out on top against the Northampton Saints in the final.
Bordeaux -7.5
Handicap
@1,80 - 3 Units
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