Clash between Argentines and total surprise in the Challenge Cup: Dragons won a frenetic match against Stade Francais

In the continuity of the Challenge CupSunday’s day began with a real great game for the round of 16 that saw the winner of Dragons. The Welsh team beat Stade Francais 36-31 in Paris and moved on to the next round.

With Rodrigo Martinez as a pillar from the start and being key as the top tackler (21) of the match, the visit made a good difference at the start and took a 17-0 lead against the French team, which had Juan Martin Scelzo in the third line.

But the Parisians reacted and turned it around with a notable performance by the Spaniard. Samu Ezealaauthor of three tries, to lead 31-24 at 63′. However, the last word had not yet been said: Dragonscame close with a try from Elliot Dee and, in time served, he won it with the signing of Owain James.

So, the team that marches second to last in the United Rugby Championship gave a real blow against the third in the Top 14 and wait now for the winner of Zebre vs Pau to look for the semifinals.