The TOP 14 standings have shifted dramatically after six rounds, with Toulouse leading and some clubs like USAP making notable progress.
TOP 14 rankings shift after six rounds
After six rounds of the TOP 14 rugby league, the current standings differ significantly from those in October 2025. Some teams have improved their positions, while others have fallen behind, reflecting a dynamic shift in performance across the competition.Toulouse and Pau maintain strong performances
Toulouse leads the league with 24 points, while Pau follows closely with 22. Both teams have maintained their strong performances, with each having won five of their six matches so far. Last year, they had 19 points each, and now they are at the top of the table.Bordeaux and La Rochelle rise in rankings
Bordeaux and La Rochelle have joined the top four, showing significant improvement. Bordeaux, which was ninth with 14 points in 2025, is now third with 19 points. La Rochelle has also climbed from 11 points to 18 points, demonstrating a strong return to form.Some teams fall behind in the standings
Conversely, several teams have dropped in the rankings. Stade Français has fallen from 19 to 14 points, and Lyon has dropped from 18 to 14 points. Castres and Racing 92 have also experienced declines, with Castres moving from seventh to 13th and Racing 92 from fifth to 12th.Toulon struggles to find consistency
Toulon is also facing challenges, with 12 points after six matches, compared to 14 in October 2025. The team has one fewer match due to a postponed game against La Rochelle, and they now face a crucial match against Pau at Mayol stadium.USAP and Perpignan show improvement
The USAP has performed better than in the same period last year, with 13 points and three victories. Perpignan has made significant progress, moving from zero points and six losses in 2025 to 13 points and three wins in the current season. They are now ninth in the standings.