Two English clubs are through to the semi-finals of the Champions Cup after stunning victories against high class opposition yesterday.
Harlequins fought all the way to overcome Bordeaux-Begles 41-42 in a thriller in France while Northampton Saints beat the Bulls from South Africa 59-22.
Quins will face the winners of today’s clash between Toulouse and Exeter in next month’s semi-final. They faced the Top 14 champions in the group stage at The Stoop in December and lost 47-19. Northampton will take on Leinster who easily beat holders La Rochelle 40-13 in Dublin.
Quins captain Stephan Lewies is confident there is more to come from his side after yesterday’s stunning win. “There is more in us and we will keep going,” he said. “The job is not done yet and there is so much room for improvement. Days like this do not happen very often. A few beers now and then we will be back in, knowing that there is more in the group.”
Billy Millard, Quins director of rugby., said: “I am just so proud of the players, not surprised because I knew what they were capable of. It was quite emotional for us. This competition gets tougher as you progress. We will enjoy this result and then get back into the grind.”
