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Dragons narrowly defeat Zebre in United Rugby Championship basement battle

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Dragons edge out Zebre in tense United Rugby Championship battle

Dragons Secure Crucial Win Against Zebre in United Rugby Championship Clash

In a thrilling United Rugby Championship showdown, Dragons managed to secure a crucial victory against Zebre in a tense basement battle at Rodney Parade. The Dragons’ defense stood firm against a determined Zebre side, ultimately edging out their opponents in a hard-fought contest.

The Dragons got off to a strong start with opportunistic tries in the first half by Aneurin Owen and Jarred Rosser, putting them in control early on. Elliot Dee added a third try for the Dragons, but a late score from Muhamed Hasa kept the game on a knife-edge until the final whistle.

The win was a significant one for Dragons, marking their first league victory since New Year’s Day and lifting them two places off the foot of the table. On the other hand, Zebre’s winless streak extended to nine games, leaving them searching for answers as they look to turn their season around.

The match was a crucial one for both teams, with Welsh and Italian sides battling to avoid the wooden spoon in a game filled with tension and drama. Dragons head coach Dai Flanagan praised his team’s performance, highlighting their defensive resilience and determination to secure the win.

With four wins from their last six home games, Dragons will be looking to build on this victory and continue climbing up the league standings. The team’s strong showing against Zebre will undoubtedly boost their confidence as they look ahead to their upcoming fixtures in the United Rugby Championship.

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