Harlequins

RC Vannes are facing English side Harlequins in the European Challenge Cup, marking the Breton club's entry into the competition. French coverage, including live coverage from Ouest-France, is following the match closely as Vannes take a significant step onto the European stage against one of England's best-known clubs.

Harlequins are preparing to take on French side RC Vannes, with Swiss-born forward Lucas Schmid saying he is ready to make an impact for the English club. The Rugby Paper reports Schmid is eager to 'roar' for Quins in the European fixture, a game fans are following closely as the sides meet in continental competition.

French rugby fans are following the European club competition clash between Toulouse and Exeter this weekend. Attention also centres on injuries among opponents of French clubs, with Harlequins' Marcus Smith returning from absence and Sharks lock Eben Etzebeth ruled out. Discussions focus on how those availability issues could shape the matches against French sides.

Harlequins face French side Vannes in their next fixture, with Swiss-qualified back-rower Lucas Schmid reportedly set to feature for the London club. The Rugby Paper reports the young forward is 'ready to roar for Quins', drawing attention to his role in the squad as Harlequins prepare for the cross-Channel challenge.