Top 14: Montpellier finally consolidates its domination with a first try against Bordeaux

Carbonel sera à l'ouverture lors de la réception de Bordeaux. Midi Libre – SYLVIE CAMBON

The GGL Stadium at Montpellier HR welcomes Union Bordeaux-Bègles this Saturday March 9 during the 18th day of Top 14, at 5 p.m.

Two away successes, one victory at home, the MHR remains on three victories in a row in the Top 14. A performance which allowed Patrice Collazo's men to escape from the place of barrage, but the margin on Perpignan is only two points. 

Against UBB, the second best team outside the Top 14, we will have to be more solid in defense than against Oyonnax (35 points conceded despite the victory).& nbsp;

The weather will be a determining factor with rain forecast for this afternoon in Montpellier. This is why the Montpellier staff opted for a bench with many forwards in this meeting which should see some upwind play.

A match to follow live with commentary here: