A disappointing result for the Connacht Eagles in round 4 of the British & Irish Cup who went down 50 – 17 to Bedford Blues at Goldington Road.
Connacht tries came from centre Brian Murphy and flanker Aaron Conneely with skipper Jack Carty kicking a penalty and two conversions.
Half time score: Bedford Blues 21 – 7 Connacht Eagles
Full time score: Bedford Blues 50 – 17 Connacht Eagles