Glasgow Warriors take top spot in URC table with comeback win over Ulster
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ToggleGlasgow Warriors Secure Top Spot with Stunning Comeback Win
In a thrilling match at Scotstoun, Glasgow Warriors staged an incredible comeback to defeat Ulster and claim the top spot in the United Rugby Championship table.
Early Setbacks for Glasgow
The Irish side, Ulster, took an early lead with tries from Tom Stewart and John Cooney, putting them ahead by a comfortable margin of fourteen points. However, the determined Glasgow team fought back relentlessly.
A Resilient Glasgow Fight Back
Sean Kennedy and George Turner showcased their skills as they crossed over for tries that brought the Warriors level just before halftime. The home crowd erupted with excitement as their team showcased immense character on the field.
A Game-Changing Try Gives Glasgow Their First Lead
Kyle Rowe’s superb try in the corner gave Glasgow their first lead of the match. The momentum shifted firmly towards the Warriors as Johnny Matthews sealed victory with a double try performance. Ulster’s only points in the second half came through Cooney’s successful kicks.
Glasgow Warriors On Top of the Table
With this win, Glasgow Warriors now sit at the top of the United Rugby Championship table, one point ahead of Leinster. Ulster currently occupies fourth place in the standings.
Coaches and Players Reflect on a Hard-Fought Battle
After the match, Glasgow head coach Franco Smith expressed his gratitude towards his team’s resilience and credited Johnny Matthews for his impactful performance. Meanwhile, Ulster head coach Dan McFarland expressed disappointment with their second-half performance and emphasized their need to maintain physicality and finish sets effectively.
The Lineups
Glasgow: McKay, Cancelliere, Tuipulotu, McDowall, Rowe, Jordan, Kennedy; Bhatti, Turner, Z Fagerson, Peterson,Cummings,M Fagerson,Darge,Dempsey. Replacements: Matthews,Kebble,Sordoni, Gray Manjezi,Vailanu,AfhsarWeir.
Ulster: Addison,Baloucoune,Hume MarshallStockdale,BurnsCooney; O’Sullivan Stewart,O’Toole,Treadwell,Henderson,Sheridan,Crothers, McNabney.Replacements: SolomonKitshoffMoore,O’ConnorReaShanahanFlannery,Moxham. Sin Bin:Treadwell(50). Referee:Ben Whitehouse(Wales).
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