Gloucester Thrashe Harlequins 48-0 to Go Top of the Prem
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Gloucester (24) 48
Tries: Loader, Morgan, Trenholm, C. Atkinson, S. Atkinson, Englefield, Joseph, Barton Cons: Barton 4
Harlequins (0) 0
Gloucester dominated Harlequins at Kingsholm, winning their second match in the Prem and climbing to the top of the early standings. The Cherry and Whites ran in eight tries, showcasing their dominance across all aspects of the game.
Quins, who included England full-back George Furbank in their starting line-up, struggled throughout. They remain bottom of the table without a point after failing to score a single try.
Gloucester's new signings, including Wales internationals Jac Morgan and Dewi Lake, made significant impacts, with Morgan scoring two tries and contributing to several others. Charlie Atkinson, who signed a new deal earlier in the week, also had a prolific evening, notching three conversions and a penalty.
Key Moments:
- 2nd Minute: Ben Loader scores the opening try after a pinpoint kick from Charlie Atkinson.
- 27th Minute: Jac Morgan crosses for Gloucester's second try following a strong carry and offload.
- 30th Minute: Will Trenholm forces his way over for Gloucester's third try, with George Barton converting.
- Half-Time: Gloucester lead 24-0 with three tries scored in the opening half hour.
- 57th Minute: Seb Atkinson scores Gloucester's fifth try of the evening after a spectacular 50:22 from Caolan Englefield.
- 68th-70th Minutes: Two quick tries from Will Joseph and Englefield extend Gloucester's lead to 48-0.
Gloucester's eighth try, also scored by Barton, was disallowed for a knock-on in the build-up.