Defending champions Munster, now under the guidance of Tony McGahan after Declan Kidney became Ireland coach, are top of the Magners League and Ronan O'Gara (far left) and co. will now be cheered on by 26,500 fans at the redeveloped Thomond Park. Clermont Auvergne are the nearly men of French rugby - the team from the volcanic Massif Central have still yet to be crowned French champions after losing their ninth championship final last season. Sale may be riding high in the Guinness Premiership but are struggling to score tries, despite a backline containing Luke McAlister (left) and Charlie Hodgson. The group is likely to be propped up by French debutants Montauban, the 55th and latest club to play in the tournament.  The BBC is not responsible for the content of external internet sites | 
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