Bath clash crucial for Connacht

CONNACHT’S hopes of qualifying as pool leader in their European Challenge Cup campaign rest on the result of tomorrow afternoon’s clash with former Heineken Cup winners Bath (2.30pm).

Having lost to Harlequins in their opener at the Galway Sportsground last weekend, Connacht cannot afford to let another victory slip if they are to top pool 5 for automatic qualification for the quarter-finals.

At this stage few would expect Connacht to leave the Rec with the necessary points, but with the likelihood that scoring difference could become a factor in the fight for a runners-up spot, Connacht will need to ensure they get something from this contest.