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Welsh clubs target United Rugby Championship play-offs ahead of new season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 3:36 AM

Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Welsh clubs target United Rugby Championship play-offs ahead of new season
Summary

Cardiff, Dragons, Ospreys, and Scarlets prepare for the 2026-27 United Rugby Championship season with the aim of reaching the play-offs. Cardiff was the only Welsh team in the top eight last season, finishing sixth. The team's head coach, Corniel van Zyl, emphasizes the importance of building on last year’s success and maintaining consistency. Ospreys aim to improve from an 11th place finish last season, focusing on better away performance. The first derby match between Scarlets and Cardiff is set for Saturday in Llanelli as teams seek to establish early momentum.

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  • •Cardiff finished sixth last season and aims for sustained improvement.
  • •Ospreys target more away wins after finishing 11th last season.
  • •Scarlets and Cardiff meet in the first derby on Saturday.
  • •All Welsh clubs hopeful of making the top eight this season.
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  • 3:36 AMYahoo Sports — What are Welsh sides' chances for new URC season?
  • 3:36 AMBBC Sport — What are Welsh sides' chances for new URC season?
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BBC Sport Wales looks at the prospects for Cardiff, Dragons, Ospreys and Scarlets in the 2026-27 United Rugby Championship season.

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BBC Sport Wales looks at the prospects for Cardiff, Dragons, Ospreys and Scarlets in the 2026-27 United Rugby Championship season.

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