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Dragons recover to kick-off European campaign with impressive home win

DRAGONS 29 – 14 PERPIGNAN The Dragons got their EPCR Challenge Cup campaign off to a flying start as they fought off illness in their camp to beat Perpignan at Rodney Parade. Having reached the semi-finals for the fourth time…

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 10:33 AM
Dragons recover to kick-off European campaign with impressive home win
Key Things to Know
  • The Dragons defeated Perpignan 29-14 at Rodney Parade to win their EPCR Challenge Cup opener.
  • Perpignan led through tries from Jules Coulon and Posolo Tuilagi, both converted by Tristan Tedder.
  • Aneurin Owen, Jared Rosser, Anzelo Tuitavuki, and Fetuli Paea scored tries for the Dragons.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Dragons opened their EPCR Challenge Cup campaign with a 29-14 home victory against French side Perpignan at Rodney Parade. Overcoming squad illness and an early deficit, the Welsh club rallied from behind in the second half to secure their second win of the season under head coach Filo Tiatia.

Jared Rosser scored an early try for the Dragons before Perpignan moved ahead through converted tries from Jules Coulon and Posolo Tuilagi. The hosts responded with tries from Aneurin Owen, Anzelo Tuitavuki, and Fetuli Paea, alongside points from fly-half Tinus de Beer, to claim the convincing win.

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