Perpignan, which was already eliminated from the Challenge Cup, lost for the fourth time in as many matches, Sunday, against the English Newcastle (32-23), during the final day of the group stage.
Usap, which hosted the English at Aime-Giral, nevertheless led at the break (13-9). But the Catalans, who are fighting to stay in the Top 14, gave up in the second half and finished last in their group with 0 points.
On Saturday, Montpellier also lost, on the Treviso pitch (27-19). But the MHR already had its qualification in its pocket, and finished in 2nd place behind the Italian club.
