Proud Saints fans have been hailing a stirring performance from their team at Clermont in the Challenge Cup, earning a bonus point.
Saints Director of Rugby Chris Boyd said: “You never like to lose but I think it was quite an enjoyable game.”
Saints fans were delighted with the end to end attacking rugby but referee John Lacey was accused of missing high tackles and allowing Clermont to go off their feet at the breakdown.
The following is a sampling of social media after the game: