If you’re looking to put some money down, today's match is shaping up to be something of a battle of the underdogs. With Vannes and Perpignan respectively weighing in at the 14th and 13th spots in the Top 14 standings - also known as the bottom of the barrel - we might expect a bit of a duel in the cellar here.

Recall their previous encounter back in November 2024, it was certainly a banner day for Perpignan, clocking in a 32-13 victory over Vannes. But you didn't hear it from me, that last face-off might as well be ancient history in sports time.

When it comes to their regular season records, ah well, they're in a dead heat currently placed at an underwhelming 6 wins a piece with Vannes suffering one extra defeat. Their recent performances? Neither side has been setting the world on fire, with losses aplenty on both sides of the fence.

Now personally, I appreciate the charm of betting on a good underdog story. But charm won't get that new car in your driveway, so let's face facts: both of these teams have their struggles, but I'm leaning towards Vannes slightly due to their recent stronger performance against stronger opposition.

Vannes has managed to knock out a stinging victory against Racing Metro 92 and a respectable victory against Montpellier, who rank far above Perpignan. Hiccups against Lyon and Toulouse are hardly upsets—they are, after all, facing stronger teams.

Poor Perpignan, on the other hand, is probably still licking their wounds from some heavy defeats with Toulon and Pau. No wonder Vannes is the bookies' favorite.

Albert's Prediction: Vannes by 3