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Dragons pursue contract extension with head coach Filo Tiatia

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 4:00 AM

Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Dragons pursue contract extension with head coach Filo Tiatia
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Dragons are engaged in advanced discussions with head coach Filo Tiatia regarding a contract extension, as he prepares for his second full season at Rodney Parade. Tiatia joined the Dragons in 2024 as defence coach and ascended to the head coach role in February 2025 following Dai Flanagan's departure. His current contract runs until the end of the 2026-27 campaign, and Dragons CEO Rhys Blumberg expressed a strong desire to secure Tiatia's long-term future with the club. After a challenging first season, where the team finished last in the United Rugby Championship, the club made significant improvements last season and aims for a playoff push in the upcoming campaign.

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  • •Filo Tiatia joined Dragons as head coach in February 2025.
  • •Dragons finished 15th in the last United Rugby Championship season.
  • •The team targets a playoff spot for the upcoming campaign.
  • •Tiatia's current contract expires after the 2026-27 season.
  • •Dragons kick off the new URC season on September 25 against Benetton.
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  • 4:00 AMYahoo Sports — Tiatia in talks over new Dragons deal
  • 4:00 AMBBC Sport — Tiatia in talks over new Dragons deal
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Dragons aim to secure new contract with head coach Filo Tiatia as he prepares for a second full season in charge at Rodney Parade.

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Dragons aim to secure new contract with head coach Filo Tiatia as he prepares for a second full season in charge at Rodney Parade.

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