That meant they still need a point from their home tie against European newcomers London Welsh to book their place in the last eight.

They gave the Exiles a torrid introduction to European rugby when they swept them aside 68-19 at the Kassam Stadium with hooker Remi Bonfils collecting two of their tries.

Paris went within touching distance of a European title when they were beaten 19-18 by Harlequins in the 2011 tournament final and will be keen to make another challenge come May.

Match Facts

• Francis Fainifo has crossed for five tries in five games this season in the Amlin Challenge Cup - only two players have crossed for more.
• Stade Francais have won 16 of their last 18 home games in this competition, their only two losses in this run coming against London Wasps and London Irish.
• Stade's only two defeats in their last 13 Amlin Challenge Cup games have come against French clubs.
• London Welsh's win against Cavalieri in the last round ended a run of four consecutive defeats in all competitions.