Seven-try Leinster too strong for Clermont
Leinster launch their quest for an elusive fifth European title with an ultimately comprehensive bonus-point win over Clermont at Stade Marcel-Michelin.
BBC Sport reports: Leinster launch their quest for an elusive fifth European title with an ultimately comprehensive bonus-point win over Clermont at Stade Marcel-Michelin.
This sports story centres on the United Kingdom. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Seven-try Leinster, European and Clermont.
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- United Kingdom · Europe
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- Seven-try Leinster, European, Clermont, Stade Marcel-Michelin
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