Munster 20-26 Glasgow Warriors: Three things we learned

George O'Neill - BBC Sport ScotlandMon, September 28, 2026 at 10:16 AM UTC

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Dobie stars on landmark appearance

Jamie Dobie has developed from a promising youngster to a high-class international operator in the past two seasons, and he shone on his 100th Glasgow Warriors appearance.

With Glasgow up against it in the first half, it was Dobie who squirmed over to get the Warriors on the board. And then, as the momentum turned in the second half, he became increasingly involved.

It was his carry that led directly to George Horne's try, which gave Glasgow the lead for the first time on the night, and he sealed a bonus-point victory soon after with his second try of the game.

With Darcy Graham injured for the upcoming autumn internationals with a bicep injury, Dobie will be crucial for Scotland.

Fighting spirit there in spades

Although Glasgow were ultimately beaten by Bulls in the semi-finals of last season's URC, it was still a hugely impressive achievement to top the regular season table and they did so off the back of numerous hard-fought wins.

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That fighting spirit evidently remains, despite the summer departures of key players Huw Jones, Jack Dempsey and Adam Hastings.

It was a rusty first-half display from Franco Smith's side, but they stayed in touch during the first half and then slowly but surely took control after the half-time interval.

If they are to challenge on multiple fronts again this term, their never-say-die attitude will be key.

Impact off the bench

A key reason for the way Glasgow were able to fight their way back into the contest was the influence of their bench players.

Smith introduced a new front row of Nathan McBeth, Seb Stephen and Sam Talakai shortly after half-time, while Scott Cummings and Macenzzie Duncan also added fresh legs.

Stephen's superb carry led the attack that culminated in McBeth's try, a score that started the turnaround.

Smith has rightly been praised for the way he has developed Glasgow's youth and that is part of the reason why the Warriors have such strength in depth.

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