Russian side topple Stade Français to cause major Challenge Cup upset
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Krasny Yar produced perhaps one of the biggest upsets in European Challenge Cup history as they beat defending champions Stade Français 34-29 in Siberia.
The Russian side, making their debut in this year's competition after winning their Continental Shield play-off match against Romanian outfit Timisoara Saracens, trailed their French counterparts 12-5 early on but fought back superbly to claim a famous win.
The match was full of tries - seven in total during a crazy first half which Krasny Yar ended 24-17 ahead - and showcased some of the talent on offer in the Russian line-up.
Julien Arias…