The IRFU has often said not enough people attend Connacht matches. Per head of population, a much greater number of people attend matches involving Connacht than attend matches involving the three other provinces. European Cup matches on Friday evenings at Donnybrook have been particularly successful, with 6,000 to 7,000 spectators coming to see Leinster play. On equivalence, this should mean that approximately 2,000 people should attend Connacht matches. However, between 3,000 and 4,000 regularly attend games involving the province. On a per head of population basis, Connacht has managed to play its part.