This Saturday at 6:30 p.m., Clermont challenges Leinster in its lair of the Aviva Stadium for the second day of the Champions Cup. With confidence, the Jaunards want to do well in a competition which has historically enhanced the club.
In Clermont, what could be better than returning to the European Cup to reignite the flame? In generally good form with a 3rd place in the top 14 and the top spot in the Champions Cup, ASM is picking up color this season, that’s undeniable. Facing Leinster, a true monument of European rugby, Urios’ men will have a lot to do, of course, but the history of the club has always shown this ability to excel in hostile lands. This is the case in 2014 when ASM became the first French club in history to bring down Munster in the hell of Thomond Park, or again 3 years later, when Clermont destroyed Saracens on their lawn (14 -46) then reigning double European champions at the time. Facing Leinster, Urios does not hide his excitement: “We don’t have much to lose. The players are very excited at the idea of testing themselves, we are a young team and this match will help us progress. I am between the fear of not bringing back injured people and of taking a rout, and at the same time this excitement of going there to put our game in place”.
A big surprise concocted by Urios
Clermont is moving forward with the intention of seeking at least one bonus point which could make the difference in the race for qualification. If the forward pack presents no surprises, it is at the hinge that Urios takes a gamble. For the first time since his arrival at the club Simone, usually positioned in the center, is lined up at the opener position. Facing Urios’ men stands Cullen’s Leinster, a real contender for the Champions Cup title again this year. The Irish are undefeated this season, first in URC, and remain on an improved victory in Bristol. The task therefore promises to be tough in Ireland.
At what time to watch the Leinster – Clermont match?
This Leinster – Clermont will be played at 6:30 p.m. at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin.
On which channel to watch the Leinster – Clermont match?
This Leinster – Clermont will be broadcast on BeIN Sports 3
What are the team compositions for this Leinster – Clermont?
For Leinster.15. Jordie BARRETT, 14. Liam TURNER, 13. Garry RINGROSE, 12. Robbie HENSHAW, 11. Jimmie O’BRIEN, 10. Sam PRENDERGAST, 9. Jamison GIBSON-PARK, 8. Caelan DORIS, 7. Josh VAN DER FLIER, 6. Max DEEGAN, 5. James RYAN, 4. Joe MCCARTHY, 3. Tom CLARKSON, 2. Ronan KELLEHER, 1. Andrew PORTER.
For Clermont.15. Alex NEWSOME, 14. Lucas TAUZIN, 13. Pierre FOUYSSAC, 12. George MOALA, 11. Alivereti RAKA, 10. Irae SIMONE, 9. Baptiste JAUNEAU, 8. Fritz LEE (c), 7. Alexandre FISCHER, 6. Killian TIXERONT, 5. Rob SIMMONS, 4. Peceli YATO, 3. Michael ALA’ALATOA, 2. Etienne FOURCADE, 1. Etienne FALGOUX.