There have been six changes made to the Connacht team set to play Benetton this weekend
There’s no doubt that Connacht suffered the rough edge of the officiating last week but director of rugby Andy Friend was right to point to the fact that they are more composed and accurate in their patterns.
Friend said: “Last weekend was another frustrating performance for various reasons, and whilst our intent and attitude were excellent, the bottom line was that we didn’t deliver our best performance. That said, I was pleased with the way the players dug out a bonus point which could be crucial at the end of the season.
“We’re back at the Sportsground against a very confident Benetton team. If we wish to be the victors at the end of 80 minutes, we must bring a level of energy and physicality that we know that we’re capable of for the full game. We are a team that is creating plenty of opportunities, we just need to be better at capitalising on those.”
The Italians are dangerous opponents for any side that isn’t mentally and physically attuned to what will be a hugely physical encounter. Connacht will have to discharge the basics adequately and be precise in possession to prevail.J Porch; D Kilgallen, T Farrell, B Aki, M Hansen; J Carty , K Marmion; D Buckley, D Heffernan, F Bealham; Ó Dowling, N Murray; C Prendergast, C Oliver, P Boyle.
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