Leinster 19 - 41 Bordeaux-Beg - Match Report & Highlights
Bordeaux-Begles tore Leinster apart in a dominant 41-19 victory to secure back-to-back Champions Cup crowns with success at San Mames Stadium in Bilbao.
www.skysports.comThe match saw quick opening from Bordeaux-Begles that turned a deficit into a lead inside nine minutes, as Bordeaux dominated with turnovers that helped seal the win at Bilbao's San Mamés. Leinster's tries came late, with a late effort by Joe McCarthy, while Bordeaux maintained control through penalties and stout defense. The game featured redirects and early pace from Jalibert and Uberti, and the captain of Bordeaux helped extend the advantage before Leinster’s late consolation. Strong defense from Bordeaux kept Leinster at bay; the victory secured back-to-back European Champions Cup crowns.