It brought back bitter memories for Montpellier of an epic match the club lost to Marseille in 1998 after leading 4-0 at halftime at the Stade Velodrome.

Source: https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/sports/national/story/2023-05-07/monaco-beats-angers-to-strengthen-grip-on-european-place

Maro Itoje of England in action during the Rugby World Cup France 2023 Quarter Final match between England and Fiji at Stade Velodrome on October 15, 2023 in Marseille, France.

Source: https://www.theroar.com.au/2023/10/16/he-froze-ref-raynal-leaves-fiji-distraught-as-own-farrell-snuffs-out-brilliant-comeback-bid/

Prop Zander, who had played at the previous World Cup, was on for the first 55 minutes at Stade Velodrome and back-rower Matt, who missed out on selection for the 2019 showpiece in Japan, was introduced from the bench in the 64th minute.

Source: https://www.expressandstar.com/sport/uk-sports/2023/09/17/fagerson-brothers-spent-special-time-with-parents-ahead-of-scotland-opener/

Victory for either team at Stade Velodrome will stand them in good stead to progress from this heavyweight section.

Source: https://jerseyeveningpost.com/uksport/2023/09/09/scotland-prepare-to-do-battle-with-springboks-amid-heatwave-5-talking-points/