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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.

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.