Glasgow Warriors Secure Semi-Final Berth in Tight United Rugby Championship Clash
Glasgow Warriors have booked their place in the United Rugby Championship semi-finals after a hard-fought 27-10 victory over the Stormers at Scotstoun Stadium. The match saw both teams engage in a cagey and evenly-contested affair, with the home side ultimately prevailing.
The Warriors led 6-0 at the break, thanks to a brace of penalties from the boot of player of the match George Horne, while Stormers’ Manie Libbok was off-target with his attempts.
The second half burst into life, with Ben Loader and Paul de Wet scoring tries for the Stormers, but Libbok’s struggles continued as he failed to add the conversions. However, Glasgow responded emphatically, with Sebastian Cancelliere, Henco Venter, and Ross Thompson all crossing the whitewash in the second half, Horne converting all three, to seal the 27-10 victory and book their place in the semi-finals, where they will face defending champions Munster.
In the other semi-final, Leinster will travel to South Africa to take on the Bulls.
“The Warriors, who are seeking their first title since 2015, took the lead through a well-worked attack, but a knock-on from Horne denied them an early try.”
The Stormers enjoyed good possession but were unable to capitalize, with Libbok missing both his penalty attempts. The home side then opted to take the points when awarded a penalty, and Horne made no mistake, doubling the lead before the break. The second half saw the match spring to life, with the visitors briefly levelling the scores through their tries, but the Warriors’ clinical finishing ultimately decided the outcome.
This victory ensures Glasgow Warriors maintain their bid for a first United Rugby Championship title in seven years, while the Stormers bow out of the competition. The semi-final matchup between the Warriors and Munster promises to be a thrilling encounter as the race for the trophy intensifies.
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