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The Latest Breaking News from Champions Cup

Rugby European competitions move in the right direction with revamp

It is a step in the right direction but the revamped formats of the European Champions Cup and the second tier Challenge Cup, which were announced…

The National (Scotland)

Leinster pulling for Euro conquerors La Rochelle to win Top 14 with top seeding on the line

If Ronan O'Gara's side overcome Toulouse in the Grand Final on Saturday then Leinster will join La Rochelle, Munster and Saracens as top seeds for the new-look Champions Cup

Irish Mirror

Heineken Champions Cup sees another major format change for this season

The shake-up includes the pool stage moving from two pools of 12 teams to four pools of six teams

The Independent UK

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Key dates, format and clubs confirmed for 2023/24 Heineken Champions Cup and Challenge Cup

The draws for the pool stages of next seasons' European competitions will take place on Wednesday, June 21

Bristol Post

Johnny Sexton accused of 'intimidating' behaviour in letter that could damage Ireland's World Cup hopes

The Ireland fly-half could be hit with a ban after his actions after the Champions Cup final

Wales Online

Tonight's rugby news as Gatland backed to defy doubters amid turmoil and Wales lock lands coaching role

The latest rugby news stories from wales and beyond heading into the weekend

Wales Online

‘It is very important’ - Pat Lam outlines why Bristol Bears playing in the Champions Cup is key

Bristol Bears will replace London Irish in the Champions Cup following the Exiles' suspension

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EPCR confirm Bristol Bears' Heineken Champions Cup fate after London Irish suspension

The Gallagher Premiership will keep their eight spots in the 2023/24 tournament

Bristol Post

The Breakdown’s season review: Ireland and La Rochelle take charge

Six Nations and Champions Cup produced classic matches in a campaign where rugby union’s future came under the spotlight

The Guardian - UK

Bristol Bears could be handed unforeseen Champions Cup lifeline ahead of 2023/24

The uncertain future of London Irish has huge ramifications for the entire professional rugby landscape in England

Bristol Post

Leinster's Michael Ala'alatoa hit with three week ban after costly Champions Cup red card

The 31-year-old is free to face Ireland in World Cup warm-up after three week suspension

Irish Mirror

Vintage Champions Cup final gives rugby rare chance to forget its crises

There was a special atmosphere in Dublin as Ronan O’Gara’s La Rochelle pipped Leinster again and showed what club rugby could be

The Independent UK

Johnny Sexton v Ronan O'Gara tunnel clash probe as wider claims of 'disrespect' emerge

There was reportedly a heated exchange between the two sides during the half-time break of the Champions Cup final

Wales Online

Ronan O’Gara reveals Ireland ambition after latest Champions Cup success

Holders La Rochelle fought back from 17-0 down to beat Leinster 27-26 in Dublin.

The Independent UK

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Belfast Live

Josh van der Flier 'heartbroken' after Leinster’s Champions Cup final loss

The Irish province were 17-0 ahead in the early stages of Saturday's final at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin

Irish Mirror

Ronan O'Gara says La Rochelle were disrespected ahead of Champions Cup final

La Rochelle ran out winners against Leinster in a thrilling Champions Cup final.

Irish Mirror

Josh van der Flier left 'heartbroken' after Champions Cup final defeat

Leinster squandered a 17-0 lead to lose to La Rochelle in Saturday's final.

Irish Mirror

Leo Cullen insists Leinster can make it back to Europe's summit after latest blow

The Blues supremo has to pick his squad up after the summer break as, for the second year running, a season that promised so much has ended without a trophy in the URC and Champions Cup

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The Independent UK

Leinster devastated by Champions Cup final loss – Leo Cullen

The Irish province led 23-7 on the half hour mark.

The Guardian - UK

La Rochelle break Leinster hearts with epic comeback to win Champions Cup

Georges-Henri Colombe led an incredible La Rochelle fightback from 17-0 down as his side beat Leinster 27-26 to retain Champions Cup

Wales Online

Champions Cup final ends in concerning scenes as La Rochelle stun Leinster in thriller

The French side had trailed 17-0 after 12 minutes, but fought back for an incredible victory

The Guardian - UK

Leinster 26-27 La Rochelle: Champions Cup rugby union final – as it happened

Leinster’s hunt for a record-equalling fifth Champions Cup title ends in heartbreak as La Rochelle turns over the biggest points deficit in the competition’s history to lift the trophy back-to-back

Evening Standard

How to watch Leinster vs La Rochelle: TV channel and live stream for Champions Cup final today

Leinster meet La Rochelle in the Heineken Champions Cup final later today.

Irish Mirror

Leinster's James Ryan predicts Champions Cup final with La Rochelle will go down to the wire - again

"You just know finals are about fine margins and this will be no different"

The Guardian - UK

Champions Cup final: Leinster braced for era-defining La Rochelle battle

In Ronan O’Gara’s French side the Irish juggernauts face old foes uniquely positioned to exploit any psychological weakness

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