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Two wins from two for Connacht in late season run-in, and all systems are go for a URC top-eight finish.

Precariously perched in ninth place in the URC with eight wins and six losses - Connacht's chances of a Champions Cup spot for next season, as well as a semi-final berth for the current one - have been bolstered by victory over Zebre.

Connacht Rugby has enjoyed some memorable days on the European stage, and this week they are preparing to make a statement in the Challenge Cup.

Connacht welcome back a host of players at a vital time in the club’s season when they entertain Emirates Lions in Saturday’s URC fixture at Dexcom Stadium (5.15pm).

Connacht's preparations for a return to the URC took a positive slant this week with the news that a host of players will make their return from injury. The news comes ahead of their away fixture against Cardiff this Saturday in the Cardiff Arms Park.

Connacht suffered their first defeat of the season in a narrow three-point loss to Edinburgh at the weekend. After three wins in their opening three games Connacht sit fifth in the table, one point off the leaders Bulls who they face next weekend.

Connacht's season took a significant leap forward when the squad headed to South Africa on Tuesday to play in the first United Rugby Championship semi-final.

Connacht Rugby’s John Porch is hoping his ambition for success with his adopted club will come to fruition this season.

Connacht's Champions Cup qualification comes down to the last game of the season, and a win for Andy Friend's side against Glasgow in this last URC round will ensure that target is achieved.