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Crowd pleaser! Record 1872 Cup attendance as Edinburgh restore pride after Hampden humiliation


Published on 2024-12-29 01:45:17 - MSN
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  • EDINBURGH head coach Sean Everitt praised his players as they bounced back from last week's Hampden humiliation by beating Glasgow at Murrayfield.

The article discusses the record-breaking attendance at the 1872 Cup match between Edinburgh and Glasgow Warriors, which saw 37,965 fans at Murrayfield, marking the highest attendance for a rugby match in Scotland since 2002. This event was significant not only for its attendance but also for Edinburgh's performance, who managed to restore some pride after a previous heavy defeat at Hampden Park. Edinburgh won the match 16-14 against Glasgow Warriors, with key moments including a try from Ewan Ashman and a crucial penalty by Ben Healy. The game was also notable for the emotional return of Edinburgh's captain, Grant Gilchrist, who was warmly received by the crowd after being sent off in the previous match. This victory was crucial for Edinburgh, providing a morale boost and a sense of redemption following their earlier humiliation.

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