New format for European play-offs
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The play-off system for next season's European Champion's Cup has been changed according to European Professional Club Rugby.
With 19 clubs automatically qualifying for the competition, there is one remaining spot available to be fought for between the next highest ranked teams in each of the Aviva Premiership, Guinness PRO12 and the Top 14.
The initial plan was for a four-team play-off featuring the seventh-placed sides in England and France, and the eighth and ninth-placed teams in the Pro12.
However because of an issue with scheduling, the format has been adjusted and will instead fe…
With 19 clubs automatically qualifying for the competition, there is one remaining spot available to be fought for between the next highest ranked teams in each of the Aviva Premiership, Guinness PRO12 and the Top 14.
The initial plan was for a four-team play-off featuring the seventh-placed sides in England and France, and the eighth and ninth-placed teams in the Pro12.
However because of an issue with scheduling, the format has been adjusted and will instead fe…
