We’ve been spoilt over the years with the frequency of Munster and Leinster being paired with Toulouse and Clermont Auvergne in either the pool or knockout stages of the Heineken Cup. At its best, French club rugby is irresistible and in those two outstanding sides, we have been exposed to the very best it has to offer.

Celtic Warriors 16 Perpignan 15

Leicester today announced their second international signing in two days by recruiting Wales and Lions prop Darren Morris.

Scrum-half Tom Tierney is preparing to fight his way into Ireland’s World Cup squad after signing for Zurich Premiership champions Leicester Tigers.

TOM TIERNEY was unveiled yesterday by the Leicester Tigers as part of a £1m transfer coup aimed at strengthening their position at the pinnacle of European rugby.