The UBB is preparing to face Clermont on Saturday, with Gloucester on the horizon in the Champions Cup just six days later. The team is carefully balancing its lineup, considering both injuries and the need to rotate players to avoid overuse. With a recent 51-28 win over Lyon, the UBB is in good form, while Clermont has suffered a recent 38-13 loss to La Rochelle. Despite this, Clermont remains undefeated at home, having beaten Stade Français and Castres earlier in the season. The UBB coaching staff has an advantage due to the quick substitution of key players during their match against Lyon. Maxime Lucu and Tom Willis were taken off in the 47th minute, while Boris Palu left at the 36th. Other players like Cyril Cazeaux and Nicolas Depoortere were also substituted before the end of the first half. This means that several core players have already been rested, allowing the team to bring in fresh faces. In the forward pack, Jefferson Poirot is likely to play a key role after his return against Lyon. Gaëtan Barlot, who was absent from the team sheet last week, could also start. On the right side, Sipili Falatea remains the most reliable option, though Ben Tameifuna, who has been back in training since late September, might also be considered if fit. In the second row, Alex Moon's ankle sprain and Adam Coleman's ongoing shoulder injury limit options, but Boris Palu and Adam Zapedowski could form a strong pairing if available. Behind the forwards, Matthieu Jalibert remains unavailable due to a hamstring injury, so Hugo Reus is expected to continue at fly-half after a strong performance against Lyon. Damian Penaud, who suffered a hip injury, is still uncertain to return, leaving Arthur Retière or Salesi Rayasi as possible wing options. Romain Buros may also be affected by rotation, with Rayasi already playing in the 15 position for Perpignan. In the center, Dan Du Plessis and Pablo Uberti can help rest Yoram Moefana or Depoortere. With Clermont having won both their recent matches at Michelin, Yannick Bru will need to ensure his team has enough power and experience to avoid any risky turnovers. The likely UBB lineup includes Poirot, Barlot, Falatea; Palu, Zapedowski; Gazzotti, Matiu, Willis; Lucu, Reus; Bielle-Biarrey, Du Plessis, Uberti, Retière; Rayasi. However, Penaud, Tameifuna, and Bochaton could still influence the final selection by Friday. Playing at Michelin Stadium is always challenging, especially with a team still finding its rhythm.