Sale Sharks vs Racing Metro 92 Prediction: Expect a close contest in this game

In round two of the European Rugby Champions Cup, Sale Sharks will play Racing Metro 92. Racing Metro 92 secured a 41-22 win, the only time these two teams met. How will this game?

Sale Sharks opened their European Rugby Champions Cup encounter with a defeat and will hope to get things right. This team took on Glasgow Warriors in that game, ending 38-19. Sale Sharks had a 33-12 lead in the first half but then lost 5-7 in the second half. However, Sale Sharks have faced defeat twice in two of their last three games, one other against Newcastle Falcons. Heading into this game, Sale Sharks defeated Doncaster, Caldy and Leicester Tigers, ending 37-43, 40-7, and 39-25. 

Racing Metro 92 started their European Rugby Champions Cup against Harlequins, and they won. In a game that ended 23-12, Racing Metro 92 had a solid start, winning 12-5. However, their second-half play saw them win 11-7. However, prior to that win, this team lost to Stade Francais Paris and Stade Toulousain, games ending 40-24 and 17-21. Yet, their encounters against Section Paloise and USA Perpignan ended in league wins. 

Racing Metro 92 have not lived up to the hype this season, but they did well in their opener in this fixture. However, Sale Sharks had a slow start to this competition, but I expect a lot from them at home. This should be a closer game than on paper, as I expect Racing Metro 92 to be a tough side. Also, while the two teams should be offensive, a bet on points is another to consider.