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Wigan Warriors overpower Toulouse Olympique with 48-18 win

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Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Wigan Warriors overpower Toulouse Olympique with 48-18 win
Summary

Wigan Warriors triumphed over Toulouse Olympique 48-18 in the Betfred Super League, moving into second place. Zach Eckersley and Liam Marshall each scored two tries, contributing to Wigan’s eleventh consecutive victory. The Warriors initially led 24-18 at halftime, before extending their advantage in the second half. This win marks Wigan's first stretch of ten straight league victories since their championship run in 2023.

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  • •Wigan scored eight tries to overpower Toulouse's three.
  • •Eckersley reached 33 tries for the season with his two scores.
  • •Toulouse leveled the game at 18-18 just before halftime.
  • •Wigan's victory is their eleventh straight in the league.
  • •The match took place on August 8, 2026.
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  • 6:59 PMYahoo Sports — Eight-try Wigan thump Toulouse to move into second
  • 6:36 PMBBC Sport — Eight-try Wigan thump Toulouse to move into second
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Try-machine Zach Eckersley and Liam Marshall both score twice as Wigan Warriors beat Toulouse Olympique 48-18 to go second in Super League.

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Try-machine Zach Eckersley and Liam Marshall both score twice as Wigan Warriors beat Toulouse Olympique 48-18 to go second in Super League.

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