Glasgow Warriors lit up Brewery Field with a commanding performance, running in six tries to crush the Ospreys 42–17 and claim their first away victory of the 2025/26 United Rugby Championship campaign.
It was a night of milestones and momentum — Jamie Dobie’s brace, Johnny Matthews’ 50th try for the club, and a debut score for Macenzzie Duncan underscored a ruthless Glasgow display that mixed pace, precision, and power in equal measure.
Warriors Set the Tone Early
The Ospreys thought they’d opened the scoring when Dewi Lake powered over from a maul, but an obstruction spotted by the officials ruled it out. Glasgow wasted no time taking advantage.
Jamie Dobie, sharp and inventive all evening, started and finished the move for the first try — a dart from close range after Kyle Rowe had been halted just short. Adam Hastings slotted the conversion for 7–0 after nine minutes.
The home side struck back quickly through Reuben Morgan-Williams, converted by Dan Edwards, to level the scores, but Glasgow’s response was instant. A slick interchange between Sione Tuipulotu and Matt Fagerson opened the door for captain Kyle Steyn to finish in the corner after fine support play. Hastings’ touchline kick restored the lead at 14–7.
Edwards narrowed the gap with a penalty, but when Lake was yellow-carded for a high tackle, Glasgow turned the screw. They battered the Ospreys’ line before earning their reward on the stroke of half-time — an unstoppable maul sending Matthews crashing over for his landmark 50th try in club colours. Hastings converted for a 21–10 lead at the break.
Dobie Double Secures Bonus Point
Ospreys came out flying after the restart, with Luke Morgan finishing off a crisp handling move in the corner to pull it back to 21–17. But that only seemed to wake the Warriors.
Dobie struck again three minutes later, sniping through a gap and racing home from 22 metres to secure the attacking bonus point. Hastings added the extras — 28–17, and the visitors never looked back.
As the Welsh side tired, Glasgow’s tempo only rose. Tuipulotu and Stafford McDowall combined beautifully in midfield to release Ollie Smith, whose clever pass sent Euan Ferrie over for the fifth try. Hastings stayed flawless from the tee.
With ten minutes to play, the pack delivered once more. Replacement hooker Seb Stephen found Alex Craig in the lineout, and the maul powered forward until Macenzzie Duncan grounded for his first Glasgow try. Dan Lancaster converted to seal a clinical 42–17 triumph.
Ruthless Precision on the Road
After two near misses away from home, Franco Smith’s men finally got the road win they’d been chasing — and in emphatic fashion. The set-piece was solid, the attack flowed freely, and Dobie’s spark around the fringes proved decisive.
It was also a memorable evening for Matthews, whose 50th try placed him among the club’s modern legends, and for Duncan, marking his debut with a score.
With five points secured and confidence surging, Glasgow now return to Scotstoun next Friday night to host the Vodacom Bulls — momentum firmly on their side.
Final Whistle
Glasgow arrived in Bridgend chasing belief and left with it in abundance. The 42–17 victory wasn’t just a result — it was a statement of intent from a side rediscovering its rhythm and bite.
Player Ratings
Jamie Dobie (9) – Outstanding. Two tries, constant threat, and controlled the tempo throughout.
Johnny Matthews (8) – Hit the 50-try milestone with typical force at the maul. Hooking masterclass.
Sione Tuipulotu (8) – Creative heartbeat of the backline; several incisive touches in build-up play.
Kyle Steyn (8) – Inspirational leadership and a try to match. Relentless work rate.
Adam Hastings (7.5) – Flawless from the tee, steady and composed at fly-half.
Matt Fagerson (7.5) – Carried hard, tackled harder, and instrumental in Glasgow’s forward dominance.
Macenzzie Duncan (7) – Marked his debut with a late score and strong presence in contact.
