Leinster head coach Leo Cullen steeled his side for a showdown against reigning champions Bordeaux in the Champions Cup final. The Irish province, eyeing a fifth title, left memories of a 2018 Bilbao victory behind. Cullen dismissed nostalgia, insisting the focus must be on the present challenge and the new squad that earned its place in the decider today together.

Cullen framed the match as a new battle, noting every player had worked hard to reach the stage. He urged the team to embrace the occasion and deliver their best performance. The message echoed from captain Caelan Doris, who stressed trust among teammates and preparation as keys to overcoming a side that has dazzled with star talent in Europe this.

Leinster’s season has seen uneven results, but the squad believes in seizing moments when pressure mounts. Doris highlighted that the game will be a series of small battles, not a single grand event, and urged players to enjoy the fight. The final will decide whether the Irish province can finish its quest for a historic fifth Champions Cup title again.