By Westferry Times Sport Desk
29 March 2026
Hull FC survived a late scare to secure a 24-20 victory over Catalans Dragons at the MKM Stadium, making it back-to-back wins in the Betfred Super League.
Hull Dominate First Half
The hosts were in complete control early on, racing into a 22-0 lead inside 26 minutes thanks to tries from:
- Arthur Romano
- Lewis Martin
- Logan Moy
- Sam Lisone
Catalans struggled with injuries and errors, losing key players early and failing to cope with Hull’s attacking pressure.
Catalans Mount Stunning Comeback
The Dragons came alive in the second half, showing the resilience that saw them win last week:
- Lenny Marc opened the comeback
- Leo Darrelatour scored twice in quick succession
- Charlie Staines produced a brilliant 70-metre solo try
Suddenly, the gap was cut to just two points, putting Hull under intense pressure.
Hardaker Keeps His Nerve
With momentum swinging towards Catalans, Zak Hardaker’s penalty goal proved decisive, briefly halting the visitors’ surge and giving Hull breathing space.
Despite late pressure, Hull’s defence held firm to seal the win.
Key Talking Points
- Hull score four early tries to dominate first half
- Catalans hit back with four tries of their own
- Staines’ long-range try sparks late drama
- Hardaker’s kicking proves crucial in tight finish
What It Means
- Hull FC build momentum with consecutive wins
- Catalans Dragons fall short despite spirited comeback
- Questions remain over defensive consistency for both sides
Reaction
Hull coach John Cartwright admitted his side made life difficult for themselves after the break, describing it as a “game of two halves” and conceding he was “really worried” late on.
