Glasgow defeats Edinburgh 19-12 in Celtic Challenge

Glasgow Warriors secured their first win in the Celtic Challenge with a decisive victory over Edinburgh, dominating the match from the outset. Head coach Lindsey Smith praised her team's performance, highlighting their defensive strength and ability to score six tries, a significant improvement from previous games. Although Edinburgh briefly closed the gap to 19-12, Glasgow regained control and did not allow further scoring until the closing moments. Edinburgh's coach Claire Cruikshank acknowledged Glasgow's determination and emphasized the need for her team to match that intensity in future matches. Smith expressed pride in her players and hopes this victory will boost their confidence moving forward. This win marks a turnaround for Glasgow, who had struggled in earlier fixtures, including a substantial defeat to Edinburgh earlier in the season.