Exeter Chiefs Advance to European Challenge Cup Semi-Finals with Late Penalty Win Over Benetton
Exeter Chiefs secured a place in the European Challenge Cup semi-finals by defeating Benetton 44-41 in the quarter-final. Henry Slade kicked a penalty in the 79th minute to clinch the victory. The match took place in the Challenge Cup quarter-final.
Jack86mkII / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)Exeter Chiefs defeated Benetton 41-44 in the European Challenge Cup quarter-final, advancing to the semi-finals. Henry Slade kicked a penalty in the 79th minute to secure the win for Exeter Chiefs. The match ended with Exeter Chiefs booking their spot in the semi-finals.
Match Summary Both teams scored multiple tries during the game, leading to a close contest.
Exeter Chiefs trailed before the late penalty turned the result in their favor. Benetton scored 41 points, while Exeter Chiefs reached 44.
Key Moment The 79th-minute penalty proved decisive in the quarter-final.
Slade's kick followed a period of pressure from Exeter Chiefs. This result eliminates Benetton from the competition.
Tournament Progression Exeter Chiefs now prepare for the semi-final stage.
The victory marks their advancement in the European Challenge Cup. Details on the semi-final opponent and date remain pending.
Story Timeline
3 events- 79th minute
Henry Slade kicked a penalty to give Exeter Chiefs a 44-41 lead.
2 sourcesBBC News · bbc.co.uk - Full time
Exeter Chiefs defeated Benetton 44-41 in the quarter-final.
2 sourcesBBC News · bbc.co.uk - Post-match
Exeter Chiefs advanced to the European Challenge Cup semi-finals.
2 sourcesBBC News · bbc.co.uk
Potential Impact
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Exeter Chiefs proceed to the semi-final round of the tournament.
- 02
Benetton exits the European Challenge Cup competition.
- 03
Tournament schedule adjusts for semi-final participants.
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Fans anticipate Exeter's semi-final matchup details.
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