Leinster Edges La Rochelle in Champions Cup

Leinster secured a hard-fought 16-14 victory over La Rochelle in a thrilling Champions Cup match at Stade Marcel-Deflandre. Key contributions came from Sam Prendergast, who scored three penalties and converted Joe McCarthy's first-half try. La Rochelle, despite their pressure and a near-late win with a missed penalty from Antoine Hastoy, could not capitalize on their dominance. This win marks Leinster's third consecutive pool victory and shows their resilience after previous finals losses. Coach Leo Cullen emphasized the importance of looking forward and maintaining focus despite past successes against La Rochelle. The result further solidifies Leinster's position in the tournament as they aim for their fifth European Cup title.