Stade Francais vs Cardiff Predictions - Stade Francais set to beat Cardiff

Brad Newcomb

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Last updated: 06 Dec 2025

Brad Newcomb 06 Dec 2025

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Stade Francais strong at home with 7 consecutive wins.
Cardiff shows fluctuating form away despite URC success.
Stade Francais are tipped to cover the handicap.

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Stade Français are on a winning streak at home (Getty Images)

Stade Francais have been in excellent form at home in their domestic league this season. Cardiff have been performing well in the URC but have been prone to inconsistent performances when playing away from home.

Stade Francais have won 2 of their last 5 fixtures (Top 14).
Stade Francais have won 7 consecutive home games (Top 14).
Cardiff have won 4 consecutive fixtures (URC).
Cardiff have won 2 of their last 5 away matches (URC).

Head to Head

Stade Francais and Cardiff have recorded one victory apiece.

Stade Francais Form

Stade Francais had a poor time in the European Rugby Champions Cup last season, finishing last in Pool C with one victory.

Stade Francais are in fourth place in the Top 14 standings after 11 rounds, with 31 points.

Stade Francais have defeated Montauban 47-24, Bordeaux 28-7, La Rochelle 26-24, Montpellier 35-12, and Toulon 51-24 at home this season.

Stade Francais have played their best rugby at home this season, winning four consecutive matches, and have now recorded seven victories in a row on their own turf.

Cardiff Form

Cardiff competed in the European Challenge Cup last season, reaching the round of 16 of the competition before being knocked out by Connacht 35-20.

Cardiff are in second place overall in the United Rugby Championship table with 25 points from six matches.

The Welsh team lost 45-21 to the Bulls, 34-24 to the Stormers, and 23-20 to Munster before defeating the Dragons 24-17 and Zebre 29-14 in their last five away games.

Cardiff have made an excellent start to their URC campaign, but face a stern test away to Stade Français, who have yet to lose at home this season.

Team News

Stade Francais

Zack Henry looks unlikely to return to action any time soon as he is still recovering from an ankle injury.

Peniasi Dakuwaqa remains sidelined with a back injury, while Isaac Koffi and Sergo Abramishvili are doubtful starters.

Cardiff

Danny Southworth, Keiron Assiratti, Callum Sheedy, Ben Thomas, Jacob Beetham, Alex Mann, and Evan Lloyd will be available for selection after returning from international duty with the Wales squad.

Josh Adams will also be available for selection after serving his suspension.

Verdict

Stade Francais v Cardiff

Stade Francais have been in excellent form at home lately and are tipped to cover the -12.5 handicap in their EPCR Challenge Cup match against Cardiff.