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Every week I will breakdown what Connacht are doing on the pitch, how players are performing, and do it as positively as possible

Thank You Andy

I couldn’t sum up in a tweet what the impact Andy Friend has had on Connacht rugby, and sat in front of a blank page it feels even harder still. When you look back to the time before his arrival, to think the province would be where it is now, it feels like something we…

Ruthless DHL Stormers wary of Connacht dogged spirit

The DHL Stormers happily accepted Connacht’s gift of a BKT URC home semi-final in Cape Town but the defending champions won’t be returning any favours as they continue their ruthless streak at the DHL Stadium.It has been coach John Dobson’s mantra that his squad is all about making Cape Town smile over the past two…

Underdog Connacht pack a punch in South Africa

As the BKT United Rugby Championship play-offs reach fever pitch, rugby fans are gearing up for what promises to be a brutal clash between reigning champions, the DHL Stormers, and the ultimate underdog of the season, Connacht Rugby.The Irish province has defied the odds and punched above their weight this season, proving to be a…