The new format, canceled or played on the green carpet due to Kovid, is being debated over the interest of the Champions Cup.
A competition that is bearing the full brunt of the havoc of Covid-19. The 2022 edition of the European Rugby Cup has been forced to adapt to the consequences of the health crisis. because of the spread of cases or, as in 2I day, travel restrictions between France and the United Kingdom.
The latest victim to date, Stade Toulouse, affected by a dozen positive cases, which could be eliminated from the group stage if it cannot play its fourth and last match against Cardiff (in this case, the defeat on the green carpet 28 – 0). A blow to the defending European champions, who have only 7 points from a win at Cardiff, a draw on the green carpet and a loss against Wasps.
Bristol have already qualified with just one win on the pitch…
The EPCR, which organizes continental competitions, established a new competition format to adapt to these constraints.
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