Clermont roared back in the second half to open their Champions Cup campaign with a 24-14 victory over the Stormers in France.
Stormers head coach John Dobson is well aware of Clermont's threat at home ahead of his side's Champions Cup opener on Saturday.
Steven Kitshoff will captain the Stormers in their historic Heineken Champions Cup debut match against Clermont Auvergne at the Stade Marcel Michelin on Saturday.
The Stormers are set for their Heineken Champions Cup debut against Clermont this weekend and veteran Deon Fourie is under no illusions about the task ahead.
Stormers flyer Seabelo Senatla has issued a warning to the other teams in Pool B of the Champions Cup to expect some flair from his side in their maiden campaign in the competition.
There should be high levels of discomfort and an element of desperation in several teams when the next phase of the United Rugby Championship gets underway this weekend.