Match Guide: London Scottish vs Ealing Trailfinders

The full match preview for this weekend’s clash between London Scottish and Ealing Trailfinders at Richmond Athletic Ground.

London Scottish vs Ealing Trailfinders

The Championship season couldn’t have started any better for Ealing with five bonus-point victories, including last weekend’s impressive 31-13 defeat of Coventry at TFSC.

About the Opposition

Scottish have had a tough start to the season, losing all their matches in the Premiership Rugby Cup and Championship.

However, there were signs of improvement in last weekend’s away tie at second-place Doncaster, narrowly losing 29-24 in the dying minutes.

What To Expect

Scrum-half Lewis Gjaltema and tighthead prop Ashley Challenger have found themselves in the Championship Rugby Team of the Week after their impressive performances against Doncaster last weekend.

Ex-Newcastle Falcon and Exiles captain Bailey Ransom,is one to watch in the back row, where he will may joined by Will Trenholm, who is currently on loan from Harlequins.

Trailfinders ran out 66-0 and 57-21 victors in last year’s fixtures and will be hoping for more of the same on Saturday in this West London derby.

Match Details

London Scottish vs Ealing Trailfinders

Date: Saturday 2nd December

Kick-off: 3 pm

Venue: Richmond Athletic Ground

Coverage: Live tweets available from 3 pm