McFarland’s side on course for the chance of a home quarter-final in Belfast
Raka Alivereti
World Cup winner played key role in turning things around against Clermont
Johann van Graan’s side overturn 19-point deficit to keep up unbeaten start to the season
French side ran in seven tries against Bristol Bears in stunning opening display
French heavyweights and England’s big two prioritising Champions Cup
Ulster and Munster’s European defeats show the importance of power in Champions Cup
Failure to make ample pressure count in the first half duly punished by French hosts
Ulster need win against Bath next weekend to make sure of quarter-finals
Clermont in atmospheric Stade Marcel Michelin a tough assignment for any side
Top 14 bears the reputation of a league that exacts huge physical toll on players
The French side ooze quality but Ulster have had their measure before in Belfast
Lock Carter and Lyttle also set to miss clash against star-studded French Top 14 outfit
Gavin Cummiskey looks at the contenders ahead of the first round of Champions Cup games
Les Bleus were pushed all the way before securing their quarter-final place
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