Bordeaux-Bègles Overpower Leicester Tigers in Champions Cup Thriller
A nine-minute scoring blitz led by Louis Bielle-Biarrey turned the tide as Bordeaux-Bègles secured a 42-28 victory over an understrength Leicester side.
- Leicester Tigers led 21-14 at halftime after a strong first-half performance, including a dominant scrum and aggressive defense.
- Bordeaux-Bègles unleashed a devastating nine-minute period early in the second half, scoring three tries to seize control of the match.
- Louis Bielle-Biarrey, playing at full-back, scored two tries and showcased electrifying pace, earning a standing ovation from the home crowd.
- Leicester, missing six international players due to rest protocols, claimed a late bonus point through Izaia Perese's try in added time.
- Bordeaux-Bègles' victory highlighted their attacking prowess, with contributions from Damian Penaud, Matthieu Jalibert, and Pete Samu, securing their position as a top contender in the competition.