Stade Français thrashes La Rochelle 45-5 to book Top 14 semi‑final spot

Stade Français defeated La Rochelle 45‑5 at the Jean‑Bouin stadium on 14 June 2026, securing a place in the Top 14 semi‑finals where they will face Montpellier in Marseille. The Parisian side dominated throughout, scoring six tries, including a hat‑trick by forward Romain Briatte and two scores from England international Joe Marchant. La Rochelle’s comeback hopes faded early, and the match ended with a decisive 45‑5 margin.

In the other semi‑final, Racing 92 overcame Pau 33‑31 in the previous round and will meet record champions Stade Toulousain at the Vélodrome in Marseille on 19 June 2026. Both semi‑finals set up a marquee clash in French rugby, with the winners advancing to the Top 14 final later in the month.

The results conclude a dramatic season in which Stade Français recorded their first league knockout win since 2015, while La Rochelle’s remarkable late‑season resurgence ended abruptly. The upcoming semi‑finals are expected to draw large crowds and significant media attention across France.