The Glasgow Warriors return to Scotstoun Stadium for a marquee URC clash against Leinster Rugby, with a sold-out crowd expected to provide a strong backdrop for one of the league’s most anticipated fixtures.
Both sides enter with clear motivation, as Glasgow looks to defend home turf, and Leinster aims to respond after a narrow defeat in its previous outing.
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Head coach Franco Smith highlighted the significance of the occasion, noting both the atmosphere and the challenge presented by one of Europe’s most consistent teams.
“We are pleased to be back in action this weekend, and we are looking forward to running out at what promises to be a sold out Scotstoun,” Smith said. “It goes without saying that Leinster has been amongst the standard setters in European rugby for many years.”
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen pointed to the need for improvement following last week’s result.
“We’re definitely keen to get out and see our lads play with a bit more positive intent,” Cullen said. “Glasgow play a very similar style of rugby to what Scotland produce,” he added, emphasizing the challenge ahead.
Glasgow Warriors vs. Leinster Rugby Kickoff Time, Lineups
The Glasgow Warriors host Leinster Rugby on Friday at Scotstoun Stadium in Glasgow. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. ET, with Adam Jones serving as referee.
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Glasgow Warriors Lineup vs. Leinster Rugby
- Josh McKay
- Kyle Rowe
- Johnny Ventisei
- Stafford McDowall (C)
- Ollie Smith
- Dan Lancaster
- George Horne
- Patrick Schickerling
- Gregor Hiddleston
- Fin Richardson
- Alex Craig
- Alex Samuel
- Euan Ferrie
- Sione Vailanu
- Macenzzie Duncan
Replacements: Seb Stephen, Rory Sutherland, Sam Talakai, Jare Oguntibeju, Ally Miller, Angus Fraser, Jack Oliver, Adam Hastings
Leinster Rugby Lineup vs. Glasgow Warriors
- Hugo Keenan
- Joshua Kenny
- Rieko Ioane
- Robbie Henshaw
- Jimmy O'Brien
- Sam Prendergast
- Luke McGrath (C)
- Alex Usanov
- Rónan Kelleher
- Thomas Clarkson
- RG Snyman
- Brian Deeny
- Jack Conan
- Will Connors
- James Culhane
Replacements: John McKee, Jerry Cahir, Rabah Slimani, Conor O'Tighearnaigh, Max Deegan, Scott Penny, Fintan Gunne, Ciarán Frawley
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