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Leinster v Lions: How To Watch, TV Info, Team News

12 October 2024; Caelan Doris of Leinster after his side's victory in the United Rugby Championship match between Leinster and Munster at Croke Park in Dublin. Photo by Seb Daly/Sportsfile
Thomas Dunne
By Thomas Dunne Updated
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Leinster will host the Lions at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin in a highly anticipated United Rugby Championship (URC) match.

Both teams are currently unbeaten, with Leinster sitting at the top of the table and the Lions in second place.

The stage is set for an electrifying encounter between two of the best teams in the competition.

When To Watch

The match will take place on Saturday at 17:15  at the Aviva Stadium.

How To Watch

Fans can catch all the action live on RTE 2.

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Team News

Leinster senior coach Jacques Nienaber is focused on maintaining the team's impressive unbeaten streak in the competition.

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Notably, they secured a commanding victory over Connacht and followed it up with a convincing win against Munster, showcasing their dominance in the league.

The Lions have been on an impressive run, having recently defeated Ulster and Edinburgh at home, as well as the Dragons and Zebre on the road.

Their latest triumph over Edinburgh, where they secured a remarkable 55-21 victory, has bolstered their confidence and set the stage for a formidable challenge against the Irish side.

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As both teams prepare for this crucial encounter, the current standings in the United Rugby Championship reflect their impressive performances thus far.

Leinster currently sits at the top of the table with five wins from five matches, while the Lions are closely trailing in second place, having won all four of their matches.

This match not only represents a clash of two unbeaten teams but also carries significant implications for the standings as the season progresses.

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With both sides eager to assert their dominance, the anticipation for this match continues to build among rugby fans.

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