Leinster Edges Northampton 20-17 at Croke Park, Sets Attendance Record

May 5, 2024, 07:45 AM

In a thrilling Champions Cup semi-final held at Croke Park in Dublin, Leinster narrowly defeated Northampton with a final score of 20-17. The match was highlighted by James Lowe's hat-trick, which initially gave Leinster a comfortable lead. However, Northampton staged a late comeback, sparked by George Hendy's try, nearly causing an upset. The game set a new record for attendance at a rugby match in Croke Park, with 82,300 fans witnessing the intense battle. This victory marks Leinster's third consecutive semi-final win in the Champions Cup, setting them up for a potential title in the upcoming final.