DESPITE LOSS AT LYON, MONTPELLIER FINISH LEADER

Montpellier had little interest in this last game of the season v Lyon as far as the positions go in the Championship, their victory last week at home to Pau guaranteed them the top spot. However the game was of utmost importance for Lyon, a win and they would have the 6th spot and last play-off place; even a draw would give them the same., so there was lots to play for as far as Lyon were concerned. Montpellier fielded a mixed selection with some of the 1st choice players rested and some who wanted a little more game time before the semi v Toulon or Lyon on the Fri 25th May in Ly