Phil Dowson admitted Saints' 46-12 defeat at La Rochelle on Saturday evening was 'sobering' and 'humbling'.
Piers Francis will return to action for Saints against Saracens on Sunday (kick-off 3pm).
George Furbank's nerveless penalty two minutes from time made sure of a memorable Saints win at Sandy Park on Saturday afternoon.
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