Due to the poor condition of the Septeo Stadium turf, the Montpellier Hérault Rugby (MHR) team has decided to move its upcoming Top 14 match against Toulon to the Mosson. This means that the MHR will not host Toulon at its usual venue during this matchday. Originally scheduled for October 4, the match will now be held at the Mosson, a stadium typically used for football matches in the city. The decision follows concerns about the state of the Septeo Stadium's playing surface. The field has shown signs of significant degradation since the start of the season, worsened by summer drought conditions and the pressure of early Top 14 matches. After the MHR's loss to Pau (19-27) in the first round, manager Joan Caudullo described the turf as "catastrophic." The situation did not improve in the following match against Perpignan, where the field was said to resemble a lower-tier league pitch when the groundskeeper is absent. To avoid further risks, Montpellier has opted to relocate the match to the Mosson, according to RMC Sports. This move is expected to help the MHR players acclimate to the new playing conditions before the game. The decision comes at a crucial time, as Montpellier is preparing to face Toulouse this Sunday. The team, which started the season with a home defeat against Pau, has since shown signs of recovery, including a strong performance against Perpignan. The upcoming match against Toulon will be played in an unusual setting, far from the club's traditional home ground. This will be a notable event for the MHR, but the focus will also remain on addressing the Septeo Stadium's issues. The club and local authorities are now working to find a solution to restore the field to playable condition. A hybrid turf system is being considered, as reported by RMC, to ensure the stadium can host matches under optimal conditions in the future.