Highlanders to play Toulon in Hong Kong

The Highlanders will face Toulon in a pre-season game next year. Photo / Getty

The Highlanders have announced they will play glamour French club Toulon in a pre-season game in Hong Kong next year.

The clash between the southern hemisphere champions and the northern hemisphere winners will take place on February 6.

"Obviously it's a significant opportunity and it would be the first time the Highlanders have matched up against a European side," Highlanders general manager Roger Clark said.

"It's fair to say the coaching group are excited by the prospect. While there are still a number of operational and compliance issues to work through, we do have agreement in principle."