Expect Bordeaux to take the frustration of last season out on their opponents this time around, but how well will they handle the loss of Semi Radradra?
The EPCR has been busy sanctioning multiple players for misdemeanors during the Heineken Champions Cup, Challenge Cup and Continental Shield.
Budgets, players to watch, arrivals and departures - and an overview of each club at the start of the new season. Welcome to the Rugby Pass club-by-club Top 14 season preview