Cardiff provide special night Welsh rugby needed
Cardiff secured a 22-16 victory over the Stormers at Arms Park, marking a rare uplifting moment for Welsh rugby fans. The win clinched Cardiff's first United Rugby Championship play-off spot and qualification for next season's European Champions Cup. The emotional night was capped by a brief appearance from retiring legend Leigh Halfpenny.
- ▪Cardiff defeated the Stormers 22-16 to secure a URC play-off place and European Champions Cup qualification.
- ▪Despite missing several key players and facing a strong Stormers side, Cardiff overcame the odds to win with a bonus point.
- ▪Leigh Halfpenny made a three-minute cameo in his final appearance at Arms Park before retirement.
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