Henry Pollock Shines Despite Northampton's Champions Cup Loss to Stade Français
The 19-year-old forward scored two tries and impressed with his performance as Northampton secured a bonus point but fell 45-35 in Paris.
- Henry Pollock, turning 20 this week, delivered a standout performance with two tries and a key assist in Northampton’s loss to Stade Français.
- Northampton raced to a 21-0 lead in the first quarter, but Stade Français stormed back with seven tries to secure the victory.
- Northampton’s depleted squad, missing 11 players including fly-half Fin Smith due to illness, struggled against Stade's powerful forward pack and set-piece dominance.
- Despite the defeat, Northampton secured a crucial bonus point, ensuring qualification for the Champions Cup last 16 with a chance to secure a home tie next week against Munster.
- Pollock’s explosive performance has fueled speculation about his potential inclusion in England’s Six Nations squad, which will be announced on Tuesday.