Rodrigo Marta and José Madeira starters in Top 14 debut
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Rodrigo Marta and José Madeira starters in Top 14 debut

Record4 September 2026 at 19:13

Rodrigo Marta and José Madeira, both Portuguese international rugby players, will be starters in their Top 14 debut, the main French championship in the sport. The two players represent the new generation of Portuguese talents who have been establishing themselves abroad.

The participation of the two Portuguese players in the main French division comes in the context of the growing impact of Portuguese players in elite European competitions. Portuguese rugby has invested in developing athletes who can compete at the highest international level.

The Top 14 is considered one of the most competitive rugby leagues in the world, bringing together players from various nationalities and offering a very high technical level. The debut of Marta and Madeira in this competition represents an important milestone for their careers and for Portuguese rugby.

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