Syrian opposition activists said, however, that the true target of the strikes against Khorasan is Al Nusra Front, which has considerable support in Syrian opposition zones.
There may be one or two unexpected tactical flourishes from the Lions when they enter the opposition red zone but basically, this is about belligerence.
Taking charge at close quarters, with Vunipola rumbling once more into the opposition red zone, they whipped the ball right to the V-man's brother Mako, who held the Scottish defence and then wrongfooted it with a sublime pass to Farrell, whose quick delivery resulted in a fine try for Nowell.
"There is a big discrepancy," said Dr. Mego Terzian, Syrian coordinator for Doctors Without Borders, which operates two hospitals at undisclosed locations in the opposition-controlled zone.
Is the opposition playing zone-defense and passing the offensive player to another defender?
In some areas — especially in opposition-controlled zones, where most schools appear to be shuttered or damaged — armed factions have occupied the sites.
Various rebel militias, including several linked to Al Qaeda, wield power in opposition-held zones concentrated in the eastern part of the city.
The humanitarian organization Doctors Without Borders, which provides medical care in some opposition-controlled zones of northern Syria, cited "local medical sources" Tuesday saying Syrian helicopters had been attacking rebel-held areas of eastern Aleppo since Sunday with so-called barrel bombs, metal drums filled with high explosives.
The AUC's leader, Carlos Castaño, has whipped up opposition to the zone among local residents.
Sporting, under Coach Peter Vermes, is known for its tenacious style using high pressure to keep possession and create chances in the opposition's defensive zone.
