Stade Toulousain Defeats Pau in Top 14 Clash,Dupont Addresses Injury and Six Nations
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stade Toulousain captain Antoine Dupont and his team secured a dominant victory over Pau in the 15th round of the Top 14 league,winning 59-22 on January 21,2026. Following the match, Dupont discussed the win, his condition after sustaining a jaw injury during the first half, and his outlook on the upcoming Six Nations tournament.
Match Summary
the match lacked suspense,with Stade Toulousain consistently outperforming Pau throughout the game. Toulouse’s decisive win solidified thier position at the top of the Top 14 standings. The final score of 59-22 reflects the important difference in performance between the two teams.
According to the official Stade Toulousain website, this victory marks their moast significant point differential in a match this season.
Dupont’s Injury Update
Antoine Dupont received a blow to the jaw during the first half of the match. He confirmed post-game that he is recovering well and doesn’t anticipate the injury will affect his participation in the Six Nations.Dupont stated he underwent a concussion assessment immediately following the impact and was cleared to return to play by team medical staff.
Speaking to L’Équipe on January 21, 2026, Dupont said, “The impact was strong, but the medical team quickly assessed me and gave me the all-clear. I feel good now and am focused on the six Nations.”
Six Nations Outlook
dupont expressed his excitement and readiness for the upcoming Six Nations tournament, which begins on February 6, 2026. He emphasized the team’s planning and determination to perform well. France is scheduled to play their first match against Italy in Rome on February 8, 2026.
the French Rugby federation (FFR) announced on January 23, 2026, that Dupont will be a key player in the starting lineup for the Italy match, highlighting his importance to the national team.
