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Edinburgh Mark Champions Cup Return With Bonus-Point Comeback Over Toulon

The result eases pressure on Sean Everitt, setting up a testing trip to Castres.

Overview

  • Edinburgh opened Pool Two with a 33-20 victory in cold, wet conditions at the Hive, earning the try bonus point.
  • Scores from Pierre Schoeman, Ben Vellacott, a scrum-earned penalty try and Boan Venter capped a performance steered by fly-half Cammy Scott’s composure and kicking.
  • Toulon surged 10-0 ahead before captain David Ribbans was shown a yellow card for striking Liam McConnell, after which Edinburgh forced the penalty try.
  • The home pack, led by a dominant scrum and set-piece, overpowered the Top 14 side and controlled the second half.
  • Flanker Liam McConnell, 21, was named player of the match, and the attendance was recorded at 7,008.