Not many people know this but Bilbao has strong Irish connections – descendants of those Irish who fled there in the 18th century escaping religious persecution at home. It is hoped they will be vocal behind Leinster today. bitther, bitther, bitther . In such spirit our province will be united behind Leinster today now that they are the only Irish rugby team still standing. “Remember ’98” should be the battle cry of Connacht people in Bilbao today, as Racing 92 is led to the slaughter.

Source: The Irish Times May 12, 2018 00:00 UTC