Corinthians chase home playoff after big scalp
Thu, Apr 04, 2024
An incredible late penalty from Irish U20 Sean Naughton gave Corinthians a vital win on Saturday afternoon in the Energia League. A win next Saturday against Wanderers will ensure a home playoff spot against the same opposition.
Read more ...Connacht undone after lacklustre Italian job
Thu, Apr 04, 2024
Alessandro Izekor's last-gasp winner in the final minute of Treviso's win against Connacht added a touch of class to a strangely flat affair.
Read more ...Connacht seek redemption in Italy after Lions' bite
Thu, Apr 04, 2024
Pressure is mounting on Connacht as they fly to Italy to face Benetton this Saturday after an unexpected mauling by Emirates Lions last weekend.
Read more ...Bundee and Bealham return for European Challenge
Thu, Apr 04, 2024
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.
Read more ...Benetton deliver late blow to Connacht in Italy
Sat, Mar 30, 2024
Benetton 18
Connacht: 14
Connacht: 14
Read more ...Lions bring the edge in Dexcom dismembering
Thu, Mar 28, 2024
There were audible boos at full-time last Saturday evening in Dexcom Stadium. Those who chose to remain watched on in disbelief, as Richard Kriel cut through the Connacht cover, only to charitably knock on with the try-line at his mercy.
Read more ...Galway-based Connacht players set for U20 Six Nations clincher
Thu, Mar 07, 2024
Three Irish U20s plying their trade for Galway clubs are set for a pivotal Six Nations game against England this Friday.
Read more ...Fresh Connacht contract for Cathal Forde
Thu, Mar 07, 2024
Galway’s home-grown rugby star Cathal Forde has signed a new, two-year deal with Connacht Rugby.
Read more ...Dreams of automatic promotion all but over for Galwegians
Thu, Mar 07, 2024
Galwegians suffered a severe case of déjà vu against Bruff RFC, losing 32-30 in the dying moments after being 25-0 up before half-time. The loss is a massive blow that almost certainly ends their automatic promotion push.
The game ended in dramatic fashion as Bruff looked to have blown it with a penalty miss from Paul Collins in the 79th minute. However, he redeemed himself with a late winner that struck the post before going over.
Read more ...Dominant Connacht close out bonus-point win
Sat, Mar 02, 2024
Linley MacKenzie at Dexcom Stadium
Connacht 26
Connacht 26
Read more ...Full house expected for Scarlets clash
Fri, Mar 01, 2024
Connacht Rugby is expecting a full house at Dexcom Stadium for Saturday’s URC fixture against the Scarlets (7.05pm).
Read more ...Connacht deliver hard-earned win in Cardiff
Sat, Feb 17, 2024
Linley MacKenzie
Cardiff 12
Connacht secure Champions Cup win over Lam's Bears
Fri, Jan 19, 2024
Connacht 27
Bristol Bears 10
Connacht lose to Lyon in Champions Cup
Sat, Jan 13, 2024
Lyon 34
Connacht 20
Connacht 20
Read more ...Hansen injury a blow as Connacht travel to Lyon in an attempt to reignite their European challenge
Thu, Jan 11, 2024
By Conaill Muldoon
Connacht's form has been suitably erratic as we move through this midway juncture in the club rugby calendar. However, this week's opponents will provide the perfect opportunity for the men from the west to build on their recent victory over Munster.
Disappointment for Corinthians in Connacht Senior Cup SemiFinal
Thu, Jan 11, 2024
Buccaneers 27 Corinthians 15
John Mulligan
Connacht end dire run as Hanrahan’s accuracy sees off Munster in downpour
Thu, Jan 04, 2024
Faced with the prospect of a sixth successive defeat in all competitions, Connacht overcame a New Year downpour when JJ Hanrahan’s accurate right boot saw them overcome injury-ravaged Munster in a 22-9 win at the Sportsground. The win breaks the duck of losses and boost the team ahead of next week’s Investec Champions Cup clash away to Lyons in France.
Read more ...Connacht trip to Premiership powerhouse made more daunting by French capitulation
Thu, Dec 14, 2023
Connacht would have hoped to carry some form of momentum into their away fixture to Saracens this coming weekend. The opposite is in fact the case, and Mark McCall's charges will look to bounce back from a disappointing defeat to the Bulls in style against a demoralised Connacht outfit.
Read more ...Aki return boost for Connacht as they hope to shake off Leinster disappointment against French kingpins
Thu, Dec 07, 2023
Up next for Connacht in the midst of a busy Christmas period is the arrival of French side Bordeaux-Begles to the Sportsground in the Champions Cup.
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