Dragons and Benetton meet in URC season opener in Treviso
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 1:15 PM
Last updated Sep 24, 2026
The Dragons face Benetton in their United Rugby Championship opener on September 24 at Treviso. Dragons head coach Filo Tiatia indicates plans for a revamped game strategy following last season's disappointing finish. Enari is sidelined due to surgery, while debutants include Anzelo Tuitavuki for the Dragons and Francois Mey for Benetton. Both teams look to establish a strong start to the season amid changes in personnel and coaching staff.
- •Dragons aim to improve on their 2025-26 URC finish of 15th.
- •Benetton's new head coach Wayne Pivac appointed summer signing Rhys Patchell as assistant.
- •Anzelo Tuitavuki and other players debut in the match.
- •Enari is out after undergoing hamstring surgery.
- 1:15 PMYahoo Sports — Dragons have surprises for Patchell in URC opener
"Dragons aim to start the season strongly when they face Wayne Pivac's Benetton in the first round of matches in the United Rugby Championship.
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