The draw for the Champions Cup 2024/25 has a nice surprise in store for us: La Rochelle will face the again Leinster ! For the fifth year in a row, these two giants of European rugby will meet on the field.
A rivalry that lasts
Honestly, who would have thought we would still see La Rochelle and the Leinster to challenge each other so early?
Since their first meeting in the semi-final in 2021, it has become an unmissable event. The Rochelais have achieved some brilliant feats, such as this memorable final in 2023 in Dublin, but the Leinster didn’t let themselves be pushed around either, with victories in the group stage and quarter-finals last year. In short, every match is a real treat for rugby fans.
A spicy draw
This season, the format remains unchanged: four different opponents in the group stage. Jacques Raynaudthe EPCR’s general director, is over the moon. For him, this draw guarantees exciting and international clashes. The Champions Cup has not finished surprising us.
The big pieces for La Rochelle
Besides the Leinster, La Rochelle will have to rub shoulders with Clermont, Bristol, Bath et Benetton. A full-bodied menu that will require the Rochelais to pull out all the stops in each encounter. But let’s be honest, they have the means to do so.
A season under high tension
In this hen of death, La Rochelle will not have the right to make a mistake. Each match will be decisive to qualify for the final stages. Supporters can expect epic confrontations, with their share of suspense and great actions.
The exact match schedule will be revealed soon, so stay tuned to make sure you don’t miss anything in what is already shaping up to be a memorable season.
La Rochelle and the Leinster will once again offer us exceptional moments of rugby. We can’t wait to see it!
Source : rugbyrama.fr
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