What's happened
Glasgow Warriors have claimed a 36-19 victory over Connacht to secure a bonus-point win in the URC, continuing their unbeaten start. The win features multiple driving mauls from lineouts, with Hiddleston, Darge, Stephen and McKay scoring tries. Connacht were aggressive in the second half but Glasgow held firm.
What's behind the headline?
Critical take
- Glasgow’s pack leverage through mauls remains a key weapon, with Hiddleston and Darge highlighting the forward platform.
- Connacht’s defence kept pressing, but the hosts exploited corner kicks to drive mauls and maintain pressure.
- The win extends Glasgow’s campaign momentum; attention turns to the Champions Cup with Sale Sharks next.
Forecast: Glasgow will continue to rely on maul-based scoring and set-piece discipline to win tight games this season. Expect squad rotation to maintain depth as fixtures accumulate.
How we got here
Glasgow beat Connacht at Scotstoun to move to 13 points from three games. Reidy made his debut as a late substitution, stepping into scrum-half duties as injuries and illness forced rotation. The development follows a strong start to the season under Franco Smith, building on last week’s draw against Ulster.
Our analysis
BBC Sport Scotland coverage from Scotstoun and The Scotsman provide match-by-match narration and reaction quotes from coach Franco Smith and players.
Go deeper
- How will Glasgow adapt for the Champions Cup clash with Sale Sharks?
- Will injuries in the forward pack affect their URC run?
- Who steps up if Hiddleston or Darge are sidelined?
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