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Northampton, Leinster claim Champions Cup pool top spots


Published on 2025-01-18 23:05:19 - MSN
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  • Northampton held on to beat Munster 34-32 and Leinster claimed a 47-21 comeback victory over Bath on Saturday to secure top spots from their groups into the last 16 of the Champions Cup. In Dublin, Leinster trailed 14-0 after just seven minutes to English Premiership leaders Bath before New Zealand centre Jordie Barrett and South Africa lock RG Snyman inspired the four-time winners to claim top spot in Pool 2.

The article from MSN Sports discusses the outcomes of the recent Champions Cup matches, focusing on Northampton Saints and Leinster Rugby securing the top spots in their respective pools. Northampton Saints clinched their position with a convincing 24-14 victory over Munster, showcasing their strong form in both domestic and European competitions. Meanwhile, Leinster Rugby, despite a less than stellar performance, managed to secure a bonus point in their 27-10 win against Leicester Tigers, ensuring they finished at the top of Pool 4. This result sets up both teams favorably for the knockout stages of the tournament, with Northampton potentially facing a challenging away game, while Leinster's path looks somewhat easier due to their seeding. The article also touches on other matches, noting that teams like Toulouse and Bordeaux also advanced, highlighting the competitive nature of the pool stages.

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