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Glasgow overpower Connacht to maintain unbeaten start

Glasgow Warriors run in five tries to beat Connacht 36-19 and continue their unbeaten start to the United Rugby Championship season.

Published: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 8:49 PM
Glasgow overpower Connacht to maintain unbeaten start
Key Things to Know
  • Glasgow Warriors beat Connacht 36-19 to secure a bonus-point victory in the United Rugby Championship.
  • Gregor Hiddleston scored two tries as Glasgow relied on dominant driving mauls to overpower the visitors.
  • Rory Darge, Josh McKay, and Seb Stephen also crossed the line for Glasgow's five-try haul.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Glasgow Warriors secured a 36-19 bonus-point victory over Connacht at Scotstoun Stadium to maintain their unbeaten start in the United Rugby Championship. After falling behind to an early try from Sean Jansen, the hosts relied on dominant forward power to build a 19-7 halftime lead. Gregor Hiddleston scored twice and Rory Darge added another, all stemming from Glasgow's relentless driving mauls.

Josh McKay secured the bonus-point fourth try following a clever kick move, before Connacht rallied with two tries from Josh Ioane. Connacht's fightback fell short after Josh Murphy was yellow-carded, allowing Seb Stephen to cross off another maul before Dan Lancaster kicked a late penalty to seal the win.

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