Overview

• Northampton Saints overcame a 10-0 deficit to defeat Clermont Auvergne 46-24 in the Champions Cup last 16.
• Tommy Freeman scored a hat-trick, continuing his standout form for both club and country this season.
• Juarno Augustus contributed two tries, while Fin Smith and Henry Pollock also added to the Saints' seven-try tally.
• Clermont's performance was hindered by two first-half yellow cards and injuries to key players, including captain Fritz Lee.
• Northampton will host the winner of Castres vs. Benetton in the quarter-finals, providing a bright spot in a challenging domestic season.