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Toulon's Wallabies seal historic victory with 24-18 defeat of Clermont Auvergne in European Champions Cup final

1 decade ago by The Telegraph

The prospect of a repeat Wallaby wonder show at Twickenham in five months’ time nagged at the thoughts of thousands of English neutrals in the 56,622 crowd as they drifted out of the World Cup host...

Toulon deserve plaudits for third European title in a row

1 decade ago by The Telegraph

Nobody I know wanted Toulon to win their third European champions’ title in a row; Clermont Auvergne were, at least by default, the choice of nearly every neutral. The many were disappointed as Toulon...

Stander targeting Ireland call-up

1 decade ago by RBS 6 Nations

Ireland's formidable back-row could soon become even stronger as Munster's CJ Stander looks to take his outstanding club form on to the international stage.

Lawson hopeful of Scotland recall

1 decade ago by RBS 6 Nations

Veteran hooker Scott Lawson insists he can work his way back into Scotland contention, despite being overlooked for the 2015 RBS 6 Nations.

Clermont Auvergne 18 Toulon 24, match report: Toulon clinch European glory again with historic victory

1 decade ago by The Telegraph

Plus ça change. This may be a tournament under new auspices, but the winners remain the same. Toulon have won the European Cup for a record third time on the trot, as Clermont Auvergne’s wait...

Halfpenny revels in European victory

1 decade ago by RBS 6 Nations

Wales full-back Leigh Halfpenny admitted that helping club side Toulon create history with a third successive European title on Saturday will stay with him forever.

Toulon complete European hat-trick in classic with Clermont Auvergne

1 decade ago by The Times

Clermont Auvergne 18 Toulon 24 This new competition was in need of a showcase and it got it here as Toulon completed their hat-trick of European titles with a 24-18 win over Clermont Auvergne. The...

England centre Twelvetrees leads Gloucester to European triumph

1 decade ago by RBS 6 Nations

Billy Twelvetrees praised Gloucester's fighting spirit after the England centre got his hands on European silverware.

Steffon Armitage and Nick Abendanon prepare for final audition

1 decade ago by The Times

The European Champions Cup final today brings an almighty clash between two giant clubs from France and a very familiar subplot. Toulon versus Clermont Auvergne is also the last serious occasion in...

Toulon aiming to uphold the legacy left by Jonny Wilkinson

1 decade ago by The Times

Jonny Wilkinson may be almost a year into retirement, but his legacy remains a great source of inspiration for Toulon, who will attempt to win an unprecedented third consecutive European title when they...