); We want to be the ones being the aggressors - Slade has Leinster scalp in his sights
The Exeter centre is looking to make a statement ahead of the impending Lions squad announcement. By Ciarán Kennedy Saturday 10 Apr 2021, 7:30 AM 2 hours ago 3,053 Views 8 Comments
Exeter s Henry Slade.
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HENRY SLADE DOESN’T take too long to collect his thoughts when asked about his previous experiences playing against Leinster.
The Exeter centre was involved in both games in the 2017/18 Champions Cup season. That December, Leinster beat Exeter at their own game in Sandy Park – ending a 12-month unbeaten home record in the process – grinding out an ugly win which saw the visitors patiently work their way through 44 phases before striking for the crucial late score via Jack Conan.