Ulster enters a challenging United Rugby Championship match against Glasgow on Saturday at 17:30 BST without key backs Michael Lowry, Aitzol Arenzana-King, and Robert Baloucoune.

Both Lowry and Baloucoune suffered concussions during Ulster's recent 34-29 defeat to Edinburgh, while Arenzana-King sustained a knee injury in the same match. All three players were significant contributors, with Lowry captaining the side and scoring the first of Ulster's four tries.

Ulster's performance last weekend was marked by a disappointing start, as they fell behind 34-5 before mounting a comeback that ultimately fell short. Despite the setback, they managed to secure two bonus points from the match.

In contrast, Glasgow kicked off their season with a strong 26-20 victory against Munster, setting a high bar for Ulster.

Ulster head coach Richie Murphy expressed disappointment over his team's performance but noted glimpses of potential, stating, "Everyone was really disappointed with how we played at the weekend but I think the glimpse of 20 minutes of really good rugby was what we were expecting to bring."

Looking ahead, Murphy emphasized the importance of improvement:

• Getting the breakdown right
• Advancing the defensive line
• Ensuring team connectivity

He acknowledged the tough challenge posed by Glasgow, stressing the need for Ulster to perform at their best to secure a positive result.