Toulouse Triumphs in Thrilling Rugby Champions Cup Final

In a pulsating Investec Champions Cup final, Toulouse emerged victorious with a 31-22 extra-time win over Leinster at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The French giants secured their sixth European star in a true rugby union classic, showcasing remarkable resilience and cementing their status as one of the sport’s powerhouses.

byElara Blackthorn

May 25, 2024

2X8GAGA Stade Toulousain's Matthis Lebel scores a try during the Investec Champions Cup final at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London. Picture date: Saturday May 25, 2024.

BBC Rugby Union: Toulouse Triumph in Thrilling Champions Cup Final

In a captivating Investec Champions Cup final on Saturday, Toulouse emerged victorious with a 31-22 extra-time win over Leinster at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The French giants secured their sixth European star in a pulsating encounter that kept the 61,531 in attendance and viewers at home on the edge of their seats.

Four penalties apiece from Blair Kinghorn and Thomas Ramos set the tone, before Matthis Lebel’s extra-time score, converted by Ramos, proved decisive in handing Toulouse the trophy. Leinster responded with a late try through Josh van der Flier, but Ramos’ subsequent penalty ensured the French club’s triumph.

“The match was a true rugby union classic, with momentum swings and drama throughout. Toulouse showed remarkable resilience, weathering Leinster’s dominant spells, and ultimately emerging victorious despite being a man down after Richie Arnold’s red card.”

This latest defeat is a bitter blow for the Irish province, who have now lost to French opposition in three consecutive Champions Cup finals. Toulouse, on the other hand, can savor their sixth European crown, cementing their status as one of the rugby union powerhouses.