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Cheetahs Confirm Amsterdam Base for 2025/26 EPCR Challenge Cup Home Ties

The Dutch partnership satisfies EPCR's requirement for a European base.

CARDIFF, WALES - DECEMBER 14: Victor Sekekete Toyota Cheetahs is challenged by Liam Belcher of Cardiff during the EPCR Challenge Cup match between Cardiff and Toyota Cheetahs at Cardiff Arms Park on December 14, 2024 in Cardiff, Wales. (Photo by Chris Fairweather/Gallo Images)
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Overview

  • The Cheetahs open away to Exeter Chiefs on 7 December, then host Stade Français on 13 December and Ulster on 11 January at Amsterdam's NRCA Stadium, before finishing at Racing 92 on 18 January.
  • Rugby Netherlands will again partner with the club as Amsterdam stages the Cheetahs' designated home pool matches for a third consecutive season.
  • NRCA Stadium holds roughly 5,000 spectators, with past Cheetahs games drawing about half capacity and results including a 20-20 draw with Perpignan and a 22-18 win over Zebre last season.
  • The team first played at the venue in January 2024 in front of 4,500 fans in a 33-20 defeat to Pau, establishing a base that has since delivered improved outcomes.
  • CEO Rory Duncan thanked Rugby Netherlands and EPCR, calling it an honor to showcase the Cheetahs' rugby to European supporters.