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Andy Friend warns Connacht too often in the red zone
Andy Friend warns Connacht too often in the red zone

It says a lot about Connacht under Andy Friend that they were disappointed not to claim a bonus-point win over Top 14 outfit Bordeaux-Bègles as both teams tested the extent of their squads. But the coach left his players in no doubt that they have to improve their discipline or risk being dropped.

Mon, 15 Oct, 2018

Elwood backs kids for repeat
Elwood backs kids for repeat

Connacht are preparing for a massive Biarritz backlash when the two sides clash in Parc des Sports Aguiléra this evening.

Fri, 14 Dec, 2012

Connacht battling against the odds
Connacht battling against the odds

A heavy list of injuries and poor weather will not help Connacht’s hopes of claiming a home victory over French heavyweights Biarritz this evening.

Fri, 07 Dec, 2012

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HEINEKEN CUP champions Toulouse are minus some marquee names for tomorrow’s quarter-final against last year’s defeated finalists Biarritz at Estadio Anoeta, San Sebastian (4.30pm, Irish, Sky Sports 2).

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Ruddock’s men have no answer to French power

A MASSIVE French pack brought Ireland’s winning start to the Under 20 Six Nations to an abrupt end at Dubarry Park last night.

Sat, 12 Feb, 2011

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