Connacht are out of Europe's Rugby Challenge Cup after a 14-7 defeat at Gloucester tonight.

First half tries from Charlie Sharples and Bill Meakes had put the home side into a commanding lead at Kingsholm.

But Connacht scored a converted penalty try with 15 minutes to give themselves hope. 

65" We maul towards the line - brilliant play. Ref awards the PEN TRY!!! #CRLive

— Connacht Rugby (@connachtrugby) April 3, 2015

Unfortunately for the Irish province they could not find the crucial try and conversion that would have tied the scores.

Gloucester will now have home advantage for the semi-final draw.