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Saracens 47-10 Clermont AuvergneSarries run in seven tries in Champions Cup openerThis was never in doubt. On a grey, sodden day in north London, Clermont Auvergne initially defended with spirit before reverting to a more stereotypically French model for playing away from home and fell to a heavy 47-10 defeat.A depleted, callow squad always looked likely to struggle against a Saracens side crammed with international quality, even despite the absence of England’s Maro Itoje, Ben Earl and Jamie George. The visitors were ultimately overwhelmed with Noah Caluori, the 19-year-old wing, proving a constant menace in a remarkably assured individual display. Continue reading...