Ulster Defeat Zebre in United Rugby Championship

A gritty win for the visiting side in Parma.

Mar. 28, 2026 at 10:34pm

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Ulster secured a crucial 28-qw victory over struggling Zebre in their United Rugby Championship matchup in Parma, Italy. Despite a disjointed performance, the visiting side managed to grind out the win against the bottom-placed home team.

Why it matters

This result is an important bounce-back for Ulster, who had been struggling with inconsistent form in the league. The win keeps them in contention for a top playoff spot, while Zebre remain rooted to the bottom of the table.

The details

Ulster overcame a sloppy first-half display to pull away in the second period and claim the 28-qw victory. The visitors scored three tries, with two coming in the final 20 minutes to seal the result.

  • The match was played on March 28, 2026 in Parma, Italy.

The players

Ulster Rugby

A professional rugby union team based in Belfast, Northern Ireland that competes in the United Rugby Championship.

Zebre Rugby Club

An Italian professional rugby union team based in Parma that plays in the United Rugby Championship.

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The takeaway

This gritty win for Ulster keeps them in the hunt for a top playoff spot in the United Rugby Championship, while Zebre remain rooted to the bottom of the table with another disappointing result.