Leinster vs Northampton: What time, what channel and all you need to know about the Champions Cup semi-final
Tadhg Furlong and Dan Sheehan salute Leinster fans after the win over La Rochelle.
Having seen off defending champions La Rochelle in the last round, Leinster face Premiership side Northampton in a Champions Cup semi-final this Saturday.
The other last-four tie pits Toulouse against Harlequins, with the final taking place at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday, May 25.
Here’s everything you need to know about the match.
Where and when is it on?
As the Aviva Stadium is unavailable due to preparations for the UEFA Europa League final, the game will be held at a sold-out Croke Park in Dublin on Saturday. It is scheduled for a 5.30pm kick-off.
Where can I watch the game?
RTÉ 2 and TNT Sports 2 will show live coverage of the match, and it will also be streamed live on the RTÉ Player and on discovery+.
What can I read and listen to in the build-up on Independent.ie?
Cian Tracey looks at the major calls Leo Cullen has to make this week, while Brendan Fanning believes tougher tests await Leinster if they progress to the Champions Cup final.
The province’s selection policy ahead of their semi-final is also a big topic of discussion on the latest episode of The Left Wing.
Luke Fitzgerald, Rúaidhrí O'Connor and Will Slattery discuss whether Cullen made a mistake in resting so many starters for the recent trip to South Africa and break down some of the big selection talking points for the semi-final at Croke Park.
Plus, why Saturday’s venue can be a hindrance for kickers.
