Leinster ran into an inspired Bordeaux as their bid for a fifth Investec Champions Cup title was once again foiled by French opposition in a 41-19 defeat in the final at San Mames Stadium – a fifth Champions Cup final defeat since their most recent title in 2018.
Leo Cullen’s men paid the price for a poor first half which ended in a 35-7 deficit and was lit up by two thrilling tries from France star Louis Bielle-Biarrey and the all-round brilliance of Maxime Lucu.
