2017/18 European Challenge Cup Draw Announced

Newport Gwent Dragons have been drawn in Pool 1 of the European Rugby Challenge Cup alongside Newcastle Falcons, Bordeaux and Enisei-STM.

Katie Vizard | 08/06/2017

The Pool Draw took place in Neuchâtel, Switzerland today, Thursday 8^th June 13:00.

Newport Gwent Dragons Head Coach, Kingsley Jones commented: “The pool that we have been drawn into is a tough one, with hard opponents.

“During the last few seasons we have played Newcastle in a few different competitions so we know a fair bit about each other. They have much improved over the course of last season so it should be a good challenge for the squad.”

He continued: “Once again we will face Enisei which will see us return to Russia, but our toughest opponent will be Bordeaux and the challenge will be winning away, so our focus will be those away games as we will back ourselves at home.”

Pool 1

Newcastle Falcons

Newport Gwent Dragons

Bordeaux

Enisei-STM

Pool 2

Cardiff Blues

Sale Sharks

Lyon

Toulouse

Pool 3

Gloucester Rugby