Connacht travel to URC rivals Benetton for the quarter-finals of the European Challenge Cup this Sunday. Here's all you need to know about Connacht v Benetton.
The western province had a late comeback win away in Pau last weekend winning by a 40-30 score line. The victory was a welcome result after two defeats on the spin, first at home to the Lions and then the same fixture this weekend away to Benetton. Connacht lost out 18-14 that day in a tight game and head coach Pete Wilkins will hope his side will be buoyed by the win against Pau and come out on the right side this time.
Benetton had a home victory against the Lions last weekend to set up this quarter-final. The Italian side had been struggling in recent weeks, however, they've steadied the ship following the return of a raft of internationals to the squad. Head coach Marco Bortolami will no doubt see this competition as a real chance of silverware although Wilkins will have his own ideas.
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When is Connacht v Benetton?
The game will take place this Sunday the 14th April at the Stadio Comunale di Monigo with kick off at 12:30pm Irish time.
30 March 2024; Shane Jennings of Connacht is tackled by Lorenzo Cannone of Benetton during the United Rugby Championship match between Benetton and Connacht at Stadio Monigo in Treviso, Italy. Photo by Roberto Bregani/Sportsfile
Where to watch Connacht v Benetton
Premier Sports 2 will broadcast live coverage of the game with coverage beginning from 12:15pm.
Team News
Team news can be expected at some stage on Friday afternoon from both teams.
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