Glasgow Warriors are set to face ASM Clermont-Auvergne in the Investec Champions Cup on Saturday, January 10, at Stade Marcel-Michelin. Currently, the Warriors lead Pool One after two successful matches against Sale Sharks and Stade Toulousain, achieving a perfect score of 10 points.
Warriors’ Starting Lineup and Notables
Head Coach Franco Smith has named a competitive squad for this weekend’s match. Key players returning include:
- Huw Jones: Starting for the first time since the British & Irish Lions tour last summer.
- Kyle Steyn: The captain will lead the team, marking his 100th appearance.
- Jamie Dobie: Currently the top try-scorer in the BKT United Rugby Championship this season.
Front Row and Back Row
In the front row, Patrick Schickerling will start alongside Gregor Hiddleston and Zander Fagerson. The second row features Alex Craig and Scott Cummings, who recently made his 150th appearance for the club at Murrayfield. Euan Ferrie returns at blindside, while Matt Fagerson and Jack Dempsey complete the back-row lineup.
Key Details of the Match
The match is scheduled for a 3:15 PM UK time kick-off. Fans can watch the action live on Premier Sports or follow updates on El-Balad’s Live Match Centre. The expected toughness of Clermont, renowned for their physicality and strong home record, poses a significant challenge for the Warriors.
Squad Overview
The Warriors’ full starting XV for the match is:
- 1. Patrick Schickerling (17)
- 2. Gregor Hiddleston (36)
- 3. Zander Fagerson (166)
- 4. Alex Craig (9)
- 5. Scott Cummings (150)
- 6. Euan Ferrie (45)
- 7. Matt Fagerson (133)
- 8. Jack Dempsey (60)
- 9. George Horne (148)
- 10. Dan Lancaster (10)
- 11. Jamie Dobie (97)
- 12. Sione Tuipulotu (76)
- 13. Huw Jones (81)
- 14. Kyle Steyn (C) (100)
- 15. Kyle Rowe (42)
Bench Strength
The bench includes:
- 16. Seb Stephen (7)
- 17. Rory Sutherland (19)
- 18. Sam Talakai (31)
- 19. Max Williamson (41)
- 20. Gregor Brown (44)
- 21. Ally Miller (41)
- 22. Stafford McDowall (104)
- 23. Ben Afshar (29)
Injury Updates
Several key players will not be available for selection, including:
- Angus Fraser (knee)
- Adam Hastings (knee)
- Johnny Matthews (calf)
- Nathan McBeth (calf)
- Josh McKay (hamstring)
- Fin Richardson (calf)
- Alex Samuel (shoulder)
- Charlie Savala (knee)
- Tavi Tuipulotu (knee)
As the Warriors prepare for their match against Clermont, maintaining their form and addressing injuries will be crucial for their success in this prestigious tournament.
