The 2020/21 Clermont squad looks stronger, more balanced and has a back line to terrify even the most organised of defences.
Top 14 champions Clermont look to have turned an injury corner heading into the crucial fifth round of the Champions Cup.
With 10 backs and five forwards currently out of action, Top 14 side Clermont will try to tempt three international backs from their current clubs in Japan as they look to ride out a serious injury crisis, reports say
With Clermont's interest in 30-cap All Black McAlister as cover for the injured Camile Lopez said to be cooling, Top 14 basement side Brive have reportedly made an approach to take the player to the Correze
From Exeter’s historic 27-24 victory over Montpellier in the south of France to Munster’s tight, ferocious and emotionally-charged 14-7 win against Racing 92, round two of the Champions Cup delivered in abundance.
La Rochelle dropped into second place despite extending their winning run to eight matches, with Clermont Auvergne now leading the way.