Leicester Tigers come back to edge Gloucester in Gallagher Premiership clash
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 10, 2026, 5:34 AM
Last updated Oct 10, 2026
Leicester Tigers rallied from an early 14-point deficit to defeat Gloucester 38-31 in a Gallagher Premiership match on October 9, 2026, at Mattioli Woods Welford Road. After Gloucester took a 14-0 lead with Leicester down a player due to a yellow card, Leicester responded with strong performances from forwards including Finn Carnduff and Jamie Blamire. The match saw Prince Harry in attendance, who was reportedly booed when displayed on the stadium screen. Leicester retained the Slater Cup, honoring former player Ed Slater, despite Gloucester's late push for bonus points.
- •Leicester Tigers scored four tries to come back from 14-0 down.
- •Prince Harry attended the match and was booed during a broadcast.
- •The match was closely contested with Gloucester earning bonus points.
- •Leicester retains the Slater Cup after this victory.
- •Leicester's head coach noted the team's need for better starts.
- 5:34 AMYahoo Sports — Prince Harry booed as Leicester roar back to beat Gloucester
"The royal was a surprise attendee at the Prem Rugby clash at Mattioli Woods Welford Road
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