Northampton Saints Seek Champions Cup Semifinal Against Castres Olympique

In the Champions Cup quarter-final, Northampton Saints maintained their momentum against Castres Olympique, securing a 34-16 victory. The Saints, unchanged from their previous match, showcased strong performances with Alex Coles and Henry Pollock contributing tries, while George Furbank made a promising return from injury. Castres attempted to rally with penalties from Jeremy Fernandez, but struggled to keep pace with the Saints' offensive efforts. Northampton's director of rugby, Phil Dowson, expressed confidence in the team's ability to compete at the highest level, despite challenges in the Premiership. The match demonstrated Northampton's determination to advance in European competition, having previously defeated Castres decisively in the pool stages. With this win, the Saints advance to the semi-finals, showcasing their potential against top European sides.