Leinster to play at Croker for first time in 15 years if they defeat La Rochelle

A general view of Croke Park.
©INPHO/Cathal Noonan.

Croke Park will host Leinster’s Champions Cup semi-final should the Irish side progress past La Rochelle tomorrow (Saturday) evening.

It has been 15 years since GAA headquarters staged a club rugby match, with 2009’s Heineken Cup semi-final between Leinster and Munster marking a then world record attendance for a club match.

Yesterday (Thursday) saw the ECPR confirming a possible return for Leinster to the iconic Dublin venue as it released its list of potential venues for the last four.

With the Aviva Stadium out of commission as a result of preparations for the Europa League final, Croker will come into play should Leinster defeat La Rochelle and earn a home tie against either Northampton Saints or the Bulls.

🏟️ | EPCR have confirmed the five potential venues for the @ChampionsCup semi-finals, with Croke Park potentially hosting a Leinster Rugby semi-final.

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— Leinster Rugby (@leinsterrugby) April 11, 2024