Ronan O’Gara’s side earned just their second away win of the season in more comprehensive fashion than the final score suggested.
LA ROCHELLE CLAIMED just their second away win of the season on Saturday, running in four tries to defeat Toulon 34-29 and set up a French Top 14 semi-final against Toulouse.
Advertisement However, they were trailing 24-15 by that stage with out-half Antoine Hastoy, winger Dillyn Leyds and centre Jules Favre all scoring tries as Ronan O’Gara’s side opened a nine-point lead.
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