We have a Leinster v Glasgow Warriors prediction for you plus a breakdown of the betting odds, team news and matchups ahead of this Champions Cup quarter-final.
The Irish side will have home advantage ahead of what figures to be a great occasion in the Aviva Stadium this Friday evening.
Leinster will be looking to continue their quest for a first Champions Cup since 2018. Since then they have lost 4 Champions Cup finals, including the last 3 finals of the competition. Last year’s was arguably the most heartbreaking of all as the game was settled in extra time against Toulouse.
Glasgow come into this game off the back of a convincing win against Leicester last time out. Will the Scots be able to spoil the party in Dublin this Friday evening? Find out what the betting odds are saying plus a prediction and preview for the big game.
How To Watch Leinster v Glasgow Warriors
When is Leinster v Glasgow Warriors?
Date: Saturday, April 11th, 2025
Kick-off Time: 8.00 pm GMT
TV Channel
In Ireland, Leinster v Glasgow Warriors will be broadcast on RTÉ2 with pre-match coverage from 7.35 pm.
You can also tune into Premier Sports 1 for coverage of the game.
Live Stream
In Ireland, you can stream the game on RTÉ Player.
You can also stream the game on Premier Sports Player with a subscription.
Where is Leinster v Glasgow Warriors Being Played?
Leinster v Glasgow Warriors will be played in the Aviva Stadium in Dublin, Ireland.
Leinster v Glasgow Warriors Odds – Champions Cup
Team | Odds | Chance |
|---|---|---|
Leinster | 1/12 | 92.3% |
Glasgow Warriors | 7/1 | 12.5% |
The Draw | 50/1 | 2% |
Leinster are hot favourites going into this game at odds of 1/12 to win.
Leinster to win – 1/12
Glasgow Warriors are big outsiders here, with odds of 7/1 that they will cause an upset in Dublin. The draw is at even bigger odds of 50/1.
Glasgow Warriors to win – 7/1
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Handicap Betting
Leinster: -16 – 10/11
Glasgow Warriors: +16 – 10/11
Handicap Draw: -16 – 18/1
The oddsmakers have set the handicap at 16 points for this game. That means that Leinster will have to win by 17 points or more to deliver for handicap backers.
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Team News
Leinster Team News
Leo Cullen has opted to rotate his squad, with key figures like Caelan Doris, Dan Sheehan, Andrew Porter, and Robbie Henshaw named on the bench. Jack Conan captains the side from number eight, while Tadhg Furlong returns to the starting XV for just his fourth start of the season.
Kiwi Jordie Barrett replaces Robbie Henshaw in midfield, and Diarmuid Mangan could make his Champions Cup debut off the bench.
Leinster Starting XV
- Cian Healy
- Rónan Kelleher
- Tadhg Furlong
- Joe McCarthy
- RG Snyman
- Max Deegan
- Josh van der Flier
- Jack Conan (captain)
- Jamison Gibson-Park
- Sam Prendergast
- James Lowe
- Jordie Barrett
- Garry Ringrose
- Tommy O'Brien
- Hugo Keenan
Replacements
- Dan Sheehan
- Andrew Porter
- Rabah Slimani
- Diarmuid Mangan
- Caelan Doris
- Luke McGrath
- Ross Byrne
- Robbie Henshaw
Glasgow Warriors Team News
Kyle Steyn captains a strong Glasgow Warriors side from the wing, with Adam Hastings starting at fly-half and George Horne at scrum-half. The experienced Johnny Matthews starts at hooker, while Sione Vailanu anchors the back row at number eight. Sebastian Cancelliere is named on the bench and could make an impact as a finisher.
Glasgow Starting XV
- Nathan McBeth
- Johnny Matthews
- Sam Talakai
- Gregor Brown
- Alex Samuel
- Matt Fagerson
- Rory Darge
- Sione Vailanu
- George Horne
- Adam Hastings
- Kyle Steyn (captain)
- Tom Jordan
- Stafford McDowall
- Jamie Dobie
- Kyle Rowe
Replacements
16. Grant Stewart
17. Jamie Bhatti
18. Patrick Schickerling
19. JP du Preez
20. Max Williamson
21. Euan Ferrie
22. Ben Afshar
23. Sebastian Cancelliere
Referee
Luke Pearce (England)
Leinster v Glasgow Warriors Preview
Leinster v Glasgow Warriors Weather Forecast
Good weather is promised for this game. According to the most recent forecast from Met Éireann, there is a 0% chance of rain at kick-off with a light breeze of 7 Km/h. Perfect conditions for rugby.
Leinster’s Form
Leinster have been in excellent form, winning 5 of their last 6 games. Their most recent victory was a commanding 62-0 win over Harlequins in the Round of 16 of the Champions Cup at Croke Park. Despite rotating their squad, they secured a tough 10-7 win over the Sharks in the URC.
Their only loss in the last six matches came narrowly against the Bulls, 20-21. Previous wins included a 42-24 victory over Cardiff, a 22-19 triumph against Ospreys, and a dominant 36-12 result over the Stormers.
Glasgow Warriors’ Form
Glasgow Warriors are in strong form, having won 5 of their last 6 games. Their most recent victory was a dominant 43-19 win over Leicester at home. At the end of March, they triumphed 42-0 against the Lions in the URC, and the week before, they edged out Munster 28-25. Their only loss during this stretch came in a narrow 31-32 defeat to Ospreys. Prior to that, they secured impressive wins over the Dragons (45-20) and Connacht (26-19).
Leinster v Glasgow Warriors Rugby Head-To-Head
Head-To-Head Record
Leinster have dominated this fixture in recent times with 4 wins for the Irish side compared to just one for Glasgow. In those games, Leinster have averaged a score of 50 points while Glasgow have just been able to manage an average of 18 points.
The last time these two teams met however, it was Glasgow who came out on top with a 43-25 home win in October of 2023.
Key Players To Watch
Sam Prendergast (Leinster)
Sam Prendergast is a 22-year-old Irish fly-half who has quickly become a key figure for Leinster Rugby, both in the present and as a cornerstone for the club's future success on the European stage. Despite his youth, Prendergast has already shown his immense potential, scoring a try and three conversions in Leinster's dominant 62-0 win over Harlequins in the previous round of the Champions Cup.
Coming off an up-and-down Six Nations campaign for Ireland, there was plenty of debate about whether he deserved the starting spot over Munster's Jack Crowley. He has a chance to quiet the critics by leading Leinster to European glory in this Champions Cup campaign.
Prendergast is also the favourite to be named Player of the Match at 9/2 and is priced at 10/3 to score a try anytime in the upcoming fixture. With his skill set and maturity, he remains a key player for both Leinster and Ireland's future aspirations.
Sam Prendergast Player of the Match - 9/2
Adam Hastings (Glasgow Warriors)
Adam Hastings is a 28-year-old Scottish fly-half currently in his second spell with Glasgow Warriors, having returned to the club after a three-year stint at Gloucester from 2021 to 2024.
Hastings delivered an impressive performance in Glasgow's last match, scoring 18 points with a try, one penalty, and five conversions in their 43-19 win over Leicester. Known for his kicking accuracy and playmaking ability, he’s a key figure in Glasgow’s attack. Hastings is priced at 6/4 to score 10+ points in the upcoming match, and his experience and skill will be crucial to Glasgow’s ambitions in the Champions Cup.
Adam Hastings 10+ Points - 6/4
Leinster v Glasgow Warriors Prediction & Best Bet
Prediction: Leinster 42-20 Glasgow Warriors
Leinster are in exceptional form, having won 5 of their last 6 games, including a dominant 62-0 victory over Harlequins. With key players like Sam Prendergast in fine shape and a strong squad featuring experienced internationals, they are well-positioned to continue their European success. Glasgow Warriors have been impressive too, but their narrow loss to Ospreys and tough matches against Munster and Leicester suggest they may struggle against the depth and quality of Leinster’s lineup. I’m predicting a 42-20 win for Leinster, with their clinical attack and solid defense proving too much for Glasgow.
Best Bet: Leinster -18 – 10/11
Leinster -18 – 10/11
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