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Northampton Saints secure Champions Cup win over Cardiff Blues

Northampton Saints edge past Cardiff Blues in a thrilling Champions Cup match at Franklin's Gardens, ending the English team's wait for a win on the opening weekend of the competition.

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Northampton Saints secured a nervy Champions Cup pool win against tenacious Cardiff Blues at Franklin's Gardens. The match, which ended with a 28-12 score, marked the first victory for an English team in the opening weekend of the competition.

The victory came after a sizeable scare from Cardiff Blues, who put up a strong fight. Northampton Saints' efforts from James Pater, Toby Thame, George Hendy, and Fraser Dingwall were crucial in overcoming their opponents.

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  1. BBC SportBattling Cardiff lose to Northampton on top-tier return
  2. uk.sports.yahoo.comSean McVay sends fiery message after Rams' disappointing loss to Cardinals
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Northampton Saints secured a Champions Cup pool win against Cardiff Blues at Franklin's Gardens.

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Northampton Saints' efforts from James Pater, Toby Thame, George Hendy, and Fraser Dingwall were crucial in overcoming Cardiff Blues.

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