14-man Northampton fight back from 16-point deficit to qualify for Champions Cup

All looked lost for the home side when Tom Wood was red-carded deep in the second half.

14-man Northampton fight back from 16-point deficit to qualify for Champions Cup

Northampton fought back from being 22-6 down and having Tom Wood sent off to secure a thrilling 23-22 win over Stade Francais and secure European Champions Cup rugby next season.

In a barnstorming play-off at Franklin's Gardens all looked lost for the home side when Wood was red-carded deep in the second half.

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