Harlequins narrowly defeat Northampton but miss Champions Cup qualification
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 4:49 PM
Last updated Jun 6, 2026
Harlequins secured a dramatic 38-31 victory over Northampton at The Stoop on June 6, 2026, despite a strong effort from the visiting team. The win, highlighted by a last-minute try from Tom Lawday, was not enough for Quins to qualify for the Champions Cup due to Gloucester's win over Newcastle. Quins finished second bottom in the standings after previously reaching the knockout stages in Europe, leading to disappointment for the club. The match paid tribute to attack coach Nick Evans, who concluded an 18-year association with the team, and Lawday, who also departs this season.
- •Harlequins score six tries, including two by Alex Dombrandt
- •Tom Lawday's last-minute try seals the win
- •Gloucester's victory eliminates Quins from Champions Cup consideration
- •Northampton had already secured first place in the Prem
- 4:49 PMYahoo Sports — Quins beat Saints but miss out on Champions Cup
"Harlequins miss out on next season's Champions Cup despite a dramatic final-round win over leaders Northampton.
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