The Irish Times

Women’s JFC final: Wicklow are back again and favourites to go one better

Antrim pushed Wicklow closer than any of their opponents en route to the final

Sat Sept 04 2021 - 05:00

Van Graan names strong XV as Munster look to secure Leinster semi-final date

Tadhg Beirne returns from injury to partner Fineen Wycherley in the secondrow

Sat Aug 29 2020 - 06:00

Toulouse clear tricky hurdle as Connacht come up short again

French champions absorb blow of early penalty try to triumph in Galway

Mon Jan 13 2020 - 06:00

Depleted Connacht overpowered by Toulouse

Defeat spells the end of Connacht’s slim hopes of progressing to quarter-finals

Sat Jan 11 2020 - 18:05

Connacht and Friend turn their minds to Gloucester test

Coach looking for big improvement following patchy display against Southern Kings

Sun Dec 01 2019 - 20:50

Connacht make one change as they target victory in Dragons’ den

Friend says side must be clinical in attack and defence on top form to prevail in Wales

Thu Oct 10 2019 - 18:30

Connacht taking no chances against in-form Benetton

Coach Friend includes three internationals in squad for important Pro14 test

Fri Mar 22 2019 - 06:00

Connacht opt for blend of youth and experience for Glasgow trip

Daly will play in midfield for the visitors, while Fitzgerald continues on the right wing

Fri Feb 22 2019 - 06:00

Cheetahs unable to chase down Connacht

The Irish province withstand a late comeback by the Cheetahs in South Africa

Sat Dec 01 2018 - 17:52

Connacht hold their nerve for home win over Scarlets

Centre Bundee Aki is man of the match yet it could easily have been outhalf Jack Carty or scrumhalf Kieran Marmion

Sun Sept 23 2018 - 15:04

Robin Copeland set for Connacht debut as Bundee Aki makes first start

Pro14 preview: Connacht v Scarlets, Sportsground (5.15, live on TG4, Premier Sports)

Fri Sept 21 2018 - 16:52

Bundee Aki ‘raring to go’ for Connacht, says Andy Friend

In-form youngster Paul Boyle has been selected for Edinburgh challenge on Friday

Thu Sept 13 2018 - 19:50

Third time unlucky as Connacht succumb to Glasgow Warriors again

Missed penalty late on denies Irish side early-season win under new coach Andy Friend

Mon Sept 03 2018 - 06:45

Connacht denied as last gasp penalty hits post

Craig Ronaldson unable to convert long range penalty with last kick of the game

Sat Sept 01 2018 - 17:32

Connacht will look to break losing run against Glasgow

Pr014 preview: Connacht v Glasgow, The Sportsground, 3pm (Live on TG4, Eir Sport 2)

Fri Aug 31 2018 - 16:04

Connacht aiming to get back on track in Treviso

Benetton without a host of players while visitors keen to make up for defeat to Zebre

Sat Feb 24 2018 - 01:00

Women’s Six Nations: France capitalised on chances unlike us, admits Moloney

Ireland have chance to make things right against Italy next weekend, says Leinster player

Mon Feb 05 2018 - 06:00

Munster’s solid defence helps topple depleted Connacht

Emphasis on line speed and aggression in tackles pays off for Johann van Graan’s side

Mon Jan 08 2018 - 06:00

Connacht eager to begin European campaign on right note

Kieran Keane’s side aiming to gather some impetus at expense of struggling Oyonnax

Sat Oct 14 2017 - 07:00

Kings prove no match for Connacht

Kieran Keane secures first win as Connacht coach as Kings swept aside

Sat Sept 09 2017 - 23:03

Connacht fail to hold on to first-half lead against Glasgow

Kieran Keane says side ‘got what they deserved’ as province defeated in Pro14 opener

Sun Sept 03 2017 - 16:24

Wasps come from 14 points down to beat Connacht

Kieran Keane’s team fade away after promising first half at Ricoh Arena

Wed Aug 23 2017 - 22:18

Ireland coach Tierney responds to Sevens player controversy

Women’s coach hit back at questions over removal of players from Six Nations squad

Mon Feb 27 2017 - 11:31

Ireland’s women seeking to maintain momentum

Italy game presents opportunity for players to come in and make their mark

Sun Feb 12 2017 - 07:00

Connacht chalk up another memorable night at Sportsground

Jack Carty answers his critics as referee’s blunder leaves Wasps feeling stung

Mon Dec 19 2016 - 01:00

Tom Tierney urges Ireland women’s side not to be overawed by New Zealand test

Preview Ireland v New Zealand; Sunday – Belfield Bowl (2.0)

Sat Nov 26 2016 - 16:18

Connacht face tough Edinburgh test without Robbie Henshaw

Pat Lam sticks to same backline that featured in milestone win over Ospreys

Fri Oct 30 2015 - 17:25

Connacht braced for vital Scarlets test

Pat Lam’s side eager to protect their top six status against their closest pursuers

Fri Feb 13 2015 - 18:30

Connacht hang tough in Treviso

Three Craig Ronaldson penalties enough to secure victory against Treviso

Fri Oct 10 2014 - 21:33

Madigan named at outhalf for Leinster

Springbok Kirchner is among the replacements while Connacht makes three changes from last week

Fri Oct 25 2013 - 12:46

Connacht hope to hobble to victory over Zebre in Italy

Injuries mount for Pat Lam’s side but they should still have enough for the home side

Sat Oct 19 2013 - 01:00