Your views on Glasgow and Edinburgh defeats

We asked for your views on the two Scottish clubs' opening games in the new URC season.

Defending champions Glasgow began with a 20-19 defeat at Ulster, while Edinburgh lost 33-31 at home to Leinster.

GLASGOW FANS

Brendan: I thought Glasgow left a few scores on the field. They clearly had the edge in the packs. But, like the old adage, don't let an opponent keep hanging around with a chance to win.

Gordon: Warriors were a bit unlucky and suffered from the two yellow cards. Three key moments hurt Glasgow: Tom Jordan's kick charged down, Jordan's yellow card, and the maul penalty at the end when Ulster were going nowhere.

Stuart: Warriors were by far the better side in this clash. Even with 13 men they looked like they could win. Ulster took the advantage of two down well and must feel lucky they escaped with a win. On this display, a knock maybe, but Franco Smith's footsoldiers are not afraid of what lies ahead, they'll bounce back strongly.

Gordon: Poor performance against really poor opposition. Referee unable to officiate, Dave Shanahan was on his knees when he "scored". Why he didn't listen to Kyle Steyn was poor refereeing. Hangover season coming up!

Douglas: Ulster for most of the game were poor. Smith must be going nuts to lose this game, should be hairdryer stuff in the changing room.

Al: Don't think there's anything to panic about just yet, it's unlikely anyone gets through a URC season unbeaten. Glasgow should have put more points on when they were on top early on in the game, and with a rapid five penalties in defence Ulster probably should have had a man in the bin. Last try scored from a pick up on his knees?

EDINBURGH FANS

David: I thought Ben Muncaster, Matt Scott and Magnus Bradbery were really good. Ross Thompson for his first was promising for what's to come. Duhan van der Merve and Mosese Tuipulotu got little chance to shine. Defensively, got to ask if we score five tries should we not win? Effort cannot be faulted, Leinster just knew how to win that game.

Domenic: Although the boss isn't new this side are the same as last year; sloppy defence, poor kicking and, at times, chaotic going forward. Leinster were patient, disciplined clinical and missing most of their first team. Edinburgh tenth at best.

Rab: Not good enough for the Edinburgh squad. Underperforming.

Kenny: A close result in the end with much to encourage Edinburgh fans. Some rustiness in some passages of play, but a good first match under the belt. Effective performances from the new signings, Thompson in particular, but Price was disappointing with a noticeable improvement when Ben Vellacott came on.

Scott: An attacking improvement from last season but a lot of the failings remain. Against a hugely understrength Leinster at home in front of a full crowd there was expectation of a win. But the performance wasn't there. Questions have to be asked about team selection (Price starting over Vellacott) and motivation. Edinburgh continue to underperform.

Arran: Thought there was some good sparks in attack, but ultimately kept shooting ourselves in the foot with missed opportunities at the line out etc. Vellacott not subbed on soon enough in my opinion, but overall a strong start against a Leinster side with crazy depth.