Huddersfield Giants secure 42-20 win over Catalans Dragons
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Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Huddersfield Giants defeated Catalans Dragons 42-20 in a Super League match on August 8, 2026, earning their third consecutive victory. The Giants surged to a commanding lead with an 18-point advantage within 15 minutes, featuring two tries each from Sam Halsall and Connor Wrench, along with efforts from Fenton Rogers, Sam Hewitt, and Zane Dunford. Despite a red card for Franck Maria in the second half, Catalans managed to score multiple tries, with Ben Condon scoring twice. Huddersfield remains at the bottom of the Super League table, but the win comes amid plans for a groundshare with Dewsbury in the upcoming season.
- •Huddersfield leads 36-0 at halftime after strong first-half performance.
- •Sam Halsall and Connor Wrench each score two tries for the Giants.
- •Catalans’ Franck Maria is sent off for a high tackle in the second half.
- •Ben Condon scores twice for Catalans in the second half.
- •Giants announce plans to share a ground with Dewsbury next season.
"Sam Halsall and Connor Wrench both went over for doubles as Huddersfield beat Catalans Dragons 42-20 for their third successive Super League win.
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