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Referees confirmed for opening Champions Cup rounds

Referee John Lacey will take charge of Tigers trip to Racing 92
Referee John Lacey will take charge of Tigers trip to Racing 92

European Professional Club Rugby have confirmed the referees for the first two rounds of this season’s Champions Cup.

John Lacey, of Ireland, will take charge of Leicester Tigers’ opening game against French Top 14 side Racing 92 in Paris on Saturday, October 14. Kick-off at Stade Yves du Manoir is at 3.15pm UK time.

The Round Two fixture at Welford Road against another Top 14 team, Castres Olympique, will be refereed by George Clancy (Ireland).

The game on Saturday, October 21 kicks off at 5.30pm and is included on the Tigers season ticket. Match tickets are available now. Book on 0116 319 8888 (option 2) or click the tab below.