Montpellier Hérault RC are narrowly favored based on recent Top 14 form and market moves, with typical moneyline-style odds around 1.95 for Montpellier versus 2.10 for Section Paloise (prices vary by book and should be confirmed closer to kick-off); Montpellier’s stronger away scoring record this season and Section Paloise’s recent defensive lapses make Montpellier the market favorite. DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.

The match kicks off on 28/12/2025 at 15:00 local time (15:00 CET / 14:00 GMT), with kickoff listed as 3:00 PM in local French time (Central European Time).

The game will be played at Stade du Hameau in Pau, Pyrénées-Atlantiques — the home ground of Section Paloise with an approximate capacity of 14,000, a hybrid grass surface, and recent upgrades to seating and hospitality that have improved sightlines and matchday facilities.

Prediction: Montpellier Hérault RC to win or draw (double chance) with an implied combined price near 1.35 based on the moneyline gap; expected scoreline 20–24 to Montpellier given both teams’ recent scoring rates and defensive records, so backing Montpellier + under/line markets offers value alongside standard match bets. DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.

In head-to-head meetings over the last 10 fixtures, Montpellier Hérault RC hold a slight edge with roughly 5 wins to Section Paloise’s 4 and 1 draw, and the average total points in those matches is about 45, with Montpellier averaging marginally more points per game away from home.