ASM Clermont Auvergne by 7
My oh my, in the upcoming matchup between Perpignan and ASM Clermont Auvergne, we have a David vs Goliath situation. On one hand, we have Perpignan, whose win tally resembles my social life, abysmal. They've stumbled their way to a solid zero wins this season against three...how shall I put it...let's say 'learning experiences'. You can almost hear their morale clinking at the bottom of the bin.
Then we have ASM Clermont Auvergne, strutting around at number 3 in the standings and boasting of a robust 2-1 win-loss ratio this season. Their recent games seem to have done some good to their ego especially with that resounding victory over Bayonne. Although the scar of their defeat against Racing 92 might still be stinging a bit.
Looking back, the past matchups between these two paint a rather bleak picture for Perpignan. ASM Clermont Auvergne has trounced Perpignan in the last four games they played, and I don't see why they would want to change that winning routine any time soon.
I reckon the odds are heavily stacked against Perpignan. I mean, imagine a snail up against a cheetah; not a pretty sight. Nevertheless, remember folks, the future is as unpredictable as the ending of an Agatha Christie novel. Anything could happen!
You're probably expecting me to look into my crystal ball and predict the outcome here. So folks, brace for it. Considering the stunning performance by ASM Clermont Auvergne and the soggy misadventures of Perpignan, I'd put my money on the ASM boys winning this one.
Albert’s Prediction: ASM Clermont Auvergne by 7