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Leicester to Face Leinster or Ulster in Quarterfinals – RTE.ie

Leicester Tigers have secured a home quarter-final match in the European Rugby Champions Cup after claiming the top spot in Pool A. They are set to face either Leinster or Ulster in the next round of the prestigious tournament, with rugby enthusiasts eagerly anticipating the clash. With their unbeaten run in the pool stages, Leicester sent a clear message to their rivals and are hopeful of progressing further in the competition. In this article, we will take a closer look at Leicester’s journey so far and assess their chances of success against the Irish powerhouses.


Leicester Tigers have secured their spot in the quarter-finals of the Champions Cup after defeating Edinburgh in a match where Jasper Wiese scored a crucial try. The Tigers will now face either Leinster or Ulster in the quarters. Former Tigers player and current Edinburgh head coach Mike Blair has urged his team to front up in their upcoming matches. In the meantime, Leicester’s Dan Cole celebrated their European revival, saying that it made them realise how special it is.

Leinster and Ulster will now face off to determine who will join Leicester in the quarter-finals. This latest round of matches has not been without controversy, as the decision to schedule matches during the Six Nations tournament has been questioned by some players and coaches. Despite this, the tournament has continued with the hope of providing thrilling matches for rugby fans.

The Champions Cup is the premier club rugby union competition in Europe, with the tournament featuring the top team from each of the countries in Europe’s top rugby league. This season’s tournament has been heavily impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, with matches being rescheduled and cancelled due to outbreaks among teams.

Despite these challenges, the tournament has still managed to deliver exciting matches and fierce competition. As the quarter-finals approach, fans and players alike are eagerly anticipating the matchups and hoping for thrilling matches that showcase the best of European rugby.


As Leicester Tigers advance to the quarterfinals of the European Rugby Champions Cup, the anticipation and excitement continue to build for their upcoming clash with either Leinster or Ulster. The Tigers have proven themselves to be a resilient and determined team, and will undoubtedly give it their all as they face off against some of the best teams in the competition. Whether they come out on top or not, Leicester have already made their mark on this year’s tournament, and fans of the team and the sport alike can look forward to an exhilarating match-up in the near future.

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