Aki's warning for ref outburst was 'fair', says Friend Andy Friend says Bundee Aki has learned his lesson, after escaping a suspension for his conduct towards referee Mathieu Raynal on Saturday. Rugby • 19 Jan 22
Aki's warning for ref outburst was 'fair', says Friend Andy Friend says Bundee Aki has learned his lesson, after escaping a suspension for his conduct towards referee Mathieu Raynal on Saturday. Rugby • 19 Jan 22
Leicester defeat 'a tough one to take' Connacht head coach Andy Friend says their defeat to Leicester is the toughest loss he's experienced in his three-and-a-half years in Galway. Rugby • 15 Jan 22
Leicester defeat 'a tough one to take' Connacht head coach Andy Friend says their defeat to Leicester is the toughest loss he's experienced in his three-and-a-half years in Galway. Rugby • 15 Jan 22
Connacht's Oliver not distracted by Ireland talk Connacht flanker Conor Oliver says making the international breakthrough remains his big goal, after an excellent start to the season. Rugby • 13 Jan 22
Connacht's Oliver not distracted by Ireland talk Connacht flanker Conor Oliver says making the international breakthrough remains his big goal, after an excellent start to the season. Rugby • 13 Jan 22
Wootton has nothing to prove ahead of Munster reunion Connacht wing Alex Wootton on the growing squad depth at the Sportsground, adapting to the new Connacht style and gearing up to play his former side Munster. Rugby • 31 Dec 21
Wootton has nothing to prove ahead of Munster reunion Connacht wing Alex Wootton on the growing squad depth at the Sportsground, adapting to the new Connacht style and gearing up to play his former side Munster. Rugby • 31 Dec 21
Carty doubtful for Munster Interpro with foot injury Jack Carty has emerged as an injury doubt for Connacht's United Rugby Championship meeting with Munster on New Year's Day. Rugby • 28 Dec 21
Carty doubtful for Munster Interpro with foot injury Jack Carty has emerged as an injury doubt for Connacht's United Rugby Championship meeting with Munster on New Year's Day. Rugby • 28 Dec 21
Daly agrees new Connacht deal to end Munster rumours Tom Daly has signed a two-year contract extension at Connacht, ending rumours of a switch to Munster. Rugby • 23 Dec 21
Daly agrees new Connacht deal to end Munster rumours Tom Daly has signed a two-year contract extension at Connacht, ending rumours of a switch to Munster. Rugby • 23 Dec 21
Ultan Dillane to leave Connacht at end of season Connacht second row Ultan Dillane has confirmed he will leave the province at the end of the season, with reports suggesting he is set to join Ronan O'Gara at La Rochelle. Rugby • 21 Dec 21
Ultan Dillane to leave Connacht at end of season Connacht second row Ultan Dillane has confirmed he will leave the province at the end of the season, with reports suggesting he is set to join Ronan O'Gara at La Rochelle. Rugby • 21 Dec 21
Mixed emotions for Friend after loss at Leicester Connacht head coach Andy Friend displayed mixed emotions after his suffered a bonus-point loss at Leicester Tigers. Rugby • 19 Dec 21
Mixed emotions for Friend after loss at Leicester Connacht head coach Andy Friend displayed mixed emotions after his suffered a bonus-point loss at Leicester Tigers. Rugby • 19 Dec 21
Aki on course to return for Connacht against Leicester Bundee Aki looks to be winning his fitness race ahead of Sunday's Heineken Champions Cup clash with Leicester Tigers at Welford Road. Rugby • 14 Dec 21
Aki on course to return for Connacht against Leicester Bundee Aki looks to be winning his fitness race ahead of Sunday's Heineken Champions Cup clash with Leicester Tigers at Welford Road. Rugby • 14 Dec 21
Connacht's sights set on ending Leicester win streak The most impressive aspect of Connacht's 36-9 win against Stade Francais yesterday was the fact they didn't win in their usual way. Rugby • 13 Dec 21
Connacht's sights set on ending Leicester win streak The most impressive aspect of Connacht's 36-9 win against Stade Francais yesterday was the fact they didn't win in their usual way. Rugby • 13 Dec 21
Friend delights in 'hungry, relentless' Connacht win Connacht head coach Andy Friend was delighted with his side's resounding 36-9 Champions Cup win over Stade Francais after a testing week. Rugby • 12 Dec 21
Friend delights in 'hungry, relentless' Connacht win Connacht head coach Andy Friend was delighted with his side's resounding 36-9 Champions Cup win over Stade Francais after a testing week. Rugby • 12 Dec 21
Friend 'not disheartened but disappointed' after defeat Andy Friend urged his team to have more belief when things are going wrong and promised that's the key to Connacht's development. Rugby • 04 Dec 21
Friend 'not disheartened but disappointed' after defeat Andy Friend urged his team to have more belief when things are going wrong and promised that's the key to Connacht's development. Rugby • 04 Dec 21
Cullen: Leinster not quite where we would like to be Leinster boss Leo Cullen recognises his side have plenty to work on despite a handsome win over Connacht. Rugby • 04 Dec 21
Cullen: Leinster not quite where we would like to be Leinster boss Leo Cullen recognises his side have plenty to work on despite a handsome win over Connacht. Rugby • 04 Dec 21
Friend: Hansen 'seems to just glide past defenders' Mack Hansen is making a huge impression just six games into his Connacht career. Rugby • 27 Nov 21
Friend: Hansen 'seems to just glide past defenders' Mack Hansen is making a huge impression just six games into his Connacht career. Rugby • 27 Nov 21
Carty had 'no real interest' in leaving Connacht Ireland international Jack Carty says he didn't have to spend long considering his new three-year deal at Connacht. Rugby • 24 Nov 21
Carty had 'no real interest' in leaving Connacht Ireland international Jack Carty says he didn't have to spend long considering his new three-year deal at Connacht. Rugby • 24 Nov 21
New Carty deal a 'statement' from Connacht - Friend Connacht head coach Andy Friend says Jack Carty's new three-year contract is a "great statement" by both the province and the player. Rugby • 24 Nov 21
New Carty deal a 'statement' from Connacht - Friend Connacht head coach Andy Friend says Jack Carty's new three-year contract is a "great statement" by both the province and the player. Rugby • 24 Nov 21
Carty signs long-term extension at Connacht Out-half Jack Carty has signed a three-year contract extension to remain at Connacht. Connacht Rugby • 22 Nov 21
Carty signs long-term extension at Connacht Out-half Jack Carty has signed a three-year contract extension to remain at Connacht. Connacht Rugby • 22 Nov 21
Friend delighted after 'crucial' Connacht win Connacht head coach Andy Friend says his side showed what they are capable of after a resounding 36-11 win against Ulster at the Aviva Stadium. Rugby • 23 Oct 21
Friend delighted after 'crucial' Connacht win Connacht head coach Andy Friend says his side showed what they are capable of after a resounding 36-11 win against Ulster at the Aviva Stadium. Rugby • 23 Oct 21
Connacht hopeful Aviva switch suits running style Connacht flanker Conor Oliver is hopeful that their fast style of play will suit the Aviva Stadium when they take on Ulster in the URC this Saturday. Rugby • 21 Oct 21
Connacht hopeful Aviva switch suits running style Connacht flanker Conor Oliver is hopeful that their fast style of play will suit the Aviva Stadium when they take on Ulster in the URC this Saturday. Rugby • 21 Oct 21
No clarity for Connacht over controversial Munster try Connacht head coach Andy Friend says he has yet to receive any feedback from the United Rugby Championship following his comments about the standards of refereeing on Saturday. Rugby • 20 Oct 21
No clarity for Connacht over controversial Munster try Connacht head coach Andy Friend says he has yet to receive any feedback from the United Rugby Championship following his comments about the standards of refereeing on Saturday. Rugby • 20 Oct 21
Friend left frustrated after controversial Munster try Connacht head coach Andy Friend was left angered by the officials, after his side's narrow United Rugby Championship defeat to neighbours Munster. United Rugby Championship • 17 Oct 21
Friend left frustrated after controversial Munster try Connacht head coach Andy Friend was left angered by the officials, after his side's narrow United Rugby Championship defeat to neighbours Munster. United Rugby Championship • 17 Oct 21
Connacht coach Friend hits back at 'ill-informed' White Connacht head coach Andy Friend says Bulls director of rugby Jake White was "ill-informed" with his comments prior to the teams' meeting in Galway last Friday, adding that it's part of a wider disrespect shown towards Connacht in the rugby community. Rugby • 05 Oct 21
Connacht coach Friend hits back at 'ill-informed' White Connacht head coach Andy Friend says Bulls director of rugby Jake White was "ill-informed" with his comments prior to the teams' meeting in Galway last Friday, adding that it's part of a wider disrespect shown towards Connacht in the rugby community. Rugby • 05 Oct 21
Connacht sign Samoan international prop Connacht have bolstered their front row options with the signing of Samoa international prop Tietie Tuimauga. Rugby • 05 Oct 21
Connacht sign Samoan international prop Connacht have bolstered their front row options with the signing of Samoa international prop Tietie Tuimauga. Rugby • 05 Oct 21
Carty and Daly star as Connacht power past Bulls Connacht's United Rugby Championship campaign is up and running, and in some style, following an emphatic bonus point 34-7 win against the Vodacom Bulls at the Sportsground. Rugby • 01 Oct 21
Carty and Daly star as Connacht power past Bulls Connacht's United Rugby Championship campaign is up and running, and in some style, following an emphatic bonus point 34-7 win against the Vodacom Bulls at the Sportsground. Rugby • 01 Oct 21
Papali'i returns as Connacht welcome Bulls to Galway New signing Leva Fifita is set to make his Connacht debut in tomorrow's United Rugby Championship meeting with the Vodacom Bulls at the Sportsground. Rugby • 30 Sep 21
Papali'i returns as Connacht welcome Bulls to Galway New signing Leva Fifita is set to make his Connacht debut in tomorrow's United Rugby Championship meeting with the Vodacom Bulls at the Sportsground. Rugby • 30 Sep 21
