Connacht Team Talk Thread VI - Some like it TOH

Jump_In_Jack · 14-04-2023 9:56pm

Glasgow have more wins, so now they are guaranteed at least 4th

Former Former Former · 14-04-2023 9:57pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120479034#Comment_120479034

it goes by matches won, so Glasgow (12) cannot be overtaken by Munster (9)

ClanofLams · 14-04-2023 10:00pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120479104#Comment_120479104

That makes sense and is reasonably positive for Connacht given they have same number of wins currently as Munster.

Jump_In_Jack · 14-04-2023 10:02pm

If Stormers win and keep Munster from picking up any points then Connacht will have a huge chance of overtaking Munster.

A win tomorrow for Connacht would put them level with Munster with Connacht ahead by 1 game won more than Munster. A TBP win would put Connacht ahead by a point. Glasgow wouldn’t be able to move up or down from 4th so they would surely put out their second string and focus on their away Challenge Cup semi-final the following week against Scarlets.

Big big opportunity now tomorrow, biggest game for Connacht in years.

tintedgreenglasses2016 · 14-04-2023 10:48pm

Think Connacht will replace Munster in 5th this weekend

15-04-2023 10:11am

Cardiff's form all over the place but they've shipped a few heavy losses at home this season so the game is there to be won. Still a lot to be decided the final two weeks - will be cheering for ye!

AccidentallyOnside · 15-04-2023 11:48am

Cardiff are a bit like us; look a proper team on their day but can have days they look awful.

Hoping this evening is one of their bad games

SqueakyKneecap · 15-04-2023 3:03pm

Today is a fantastic chance to convert some casuals into regular match-going supporters too. So many offices seem to be heading in today. I hope we don't **** the togs.

cson · 15-04-2023 4:54pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120481053#Comment_120481053

I think this exactly why the new stand is going to be crucial in taking Connacht to the next level.

realhorrorshow · 15-04-2023 7:13pm

Results elsewhere couldn't have been worse for us, need to take care of our own end now.

Burkie1203 · 15-04-2023 7:57pm

Connacht keep it simple here and they will rack up a big score. Cardiff don't want to know

RichieRich_89 · 15-04-2023 8:01pm

Why are some of the RTE commentators pronouncing it 'Mur-RAY'?

realhorrorshow · 15-04-2023 8:25pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120482155#Comment_120482155

It's a Roscommon thing apparently.

realhorrorshow · 15-04-2023 8:27pm

Really excellent, focused half. No silly errors, tidy restarts, and took our chances when they came. Halfbacks have been excellent and are completely dominating the kicking game. Discipline excellent with the exception of two needless penalties from bundee, Hansen bailed him out after the second one with some excellent presence of mind.

OldRio · 15-04-2023 8:28pm

Some lovely rugby being played by Connacht. Try bonus point by half time.

ClanofLams · 15-04-2023 8:29pm

Great half. Would recommend about 14 of the 15 minutes are spent focused on how often Connacht have squandered leads like this, sometimes losing and sometimes just hanging on. Can’t afford to give Cardiff a sniff.

Clegg · 15-04-2023 9:18pm

Connacht have been great and well deserving of the victory, but if you're a Cardiff fan you'd be furious with your players. So many 'coach killers' out there today. Priestland missing touch from a penalty near the Connacht 22. Then knocking on one metre from the try line with no-one in your way.

Clegg · 15-04-2023 9:20pm

Delighted for Marmion.

AccidentallyOnside · 15-04-2023 9:41pm

Lot to like tonight.

Bundee was good but Kilgallon player of the match for me.

Simple thing I really liked; restarts! Catch it, set up a decent angle and then boot the thing out. Nothing complex but gets the job done!

ClanofLams · 15-04-2023 9:42pm

So win/draw/2 losing bps should seal European qualification in Glasgow (aside from risk from Challenge cup winners being Scarlets/Treviso but hopefully one of favourites Toulon/Scarlets get it done). Potential for Leinster/Munster to do a favour beforehand but wouldn’t really expect it, Leinster fortunate enough today fielding very young team to be fair and if they play as poorly next week, they won’t get back in the game. Munster are locked into 5th spot and could make a raft of changes against a Sharks team that need the win.

Would have this spot a couple of months ago so hopefully they can finish the job.

dastardly00 · 15-04-2023 9:46pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120482509#Comment_120482509

Munster aren't guaranteed 5th spot... Connacht could jump ahead of them if they beat Glasgow and Munster lose. And also the Bulls could leapfrog Munster as well.

ClanofLams · 15-04-2023 9:52pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120482522#Comment_120482522

True and I suppose technically there is a minute chance they could miss europe too, though it would take Munster getting nothing, Connacht winning, Bulls getting five points and Scarlets/Treviso to win the challenge cup.

I still wouldn’t like to be relying on their results but I suppose they can’t take foot totally off pedal.

Jump_In_Jack · 15-04-2023 9:54pm

Leinster are obviously number 1.

I reckon Ulster will win easily next week and secure 2nd spot.

I think Connacht will beat a second string Glasgow side, Glasgow should be saving themselves for their Challenge Cup semi-final.

Munster are a totally unknown quantity for next weekend. If they win, it might set it up for Quarters like this:

QF1 Leinster V Sharks

QF2 Ulster V Bulls

QF3 Stormers V Connacht

Q4 Glasgow V Munster

Semis Potentially like this:

SF1 Leinster V Munster

SF2 Ulster V Connacht

StevenToast · 15-04-2023 9:56pm

Im in a whatsapp group with a few galway lads....when Galway Hurling seniors are going well, not a word on it....when they are dogshìt, the thing is hopping, the battery would be worn out.....

This thread reminds me of that!

CIARAN_BOYLE · 15-04-2023 10:09pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120482535#Comment_120482535

Sharks finishing 8th and winning the URC could mean that 7th place misses out on Europe too. I don't think Munster will take anything for granted and will go full force next week. They can rest players when the European semi final is on (and they aren't playing).

tintedgreenglasses2016 · 15-04-2023 10:21pm

Nice moment tonight was to stay behind as many did to thank all our players who were leaving. And all the other players hung around to say thanks to the fans. Great evening

15-04-2023 10:35pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120482506#Comment_120482506

The host broadcaster allways has a bit of leeway to put the best story in front of camera. Bundee tonight, whoever's in the news, exciting backs on debut, players who give good quotes on mic, etc.

From what I hear Bundee rewarded them with an f-bomb so they won't be able to reuse some of it. 🤣

15-04-2023 10:37pm

As for all the discussion of permutations, the team can forget about them. Just go out to win next week and we'll get whatever reward we deserve at full-time.

BleedGreen · 15-04-2023 10:45pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120482155#Comment_120482155

Because that's how it's pronounced, has been clarified a few times already

fatgav · 15-04-2023 10:57pm

One advantage for Connacht next week, potentially, is that they will know the deal before playing Glasgow because that game is on after every other. So the permutations will have played out, and they will know what’s needed.

Connacht Team Talk Thread VI - Some like it TOH

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