Scarlets Blank Glasgow 23-0 for First URC Win

The Scarlets secured their first victory of the United Rugby Championship season with a 23-0 shutout of Glasgow Warriors at Parc y Scarlets in Llanelli on Saturday evening. The home side, who entered the match pointless after four defeats, dominated proceedings through a strong set-piece and resolute defense to end Glasgow's unbeaten run in the league.

Captain Josh Macleod opened the scoring in the 15th minute, powering over from a driving lineout maul near the Glasgow line. Flyhalf Sam Costelow converted the try for a 7-0 lead. The Scarlets, missing several players due to international duty with Wales, relied on their forwards to control the game. A powerful scrum earned a penalty, which Costelow slotted to make it 10-0. He added another three points from the tee after Glasgow infringed in defense, sending the hosts into halftime with a 13-0 advantage.

The second half began with Scarlets maintaining their pressure. Costelow's cross-field kick found winger Tomi Lewis, whose inside pass deflected off a Glasgow defender. Center Macs Page reacted quickest to ground the loose ball for the second try, which Costelow converted from the touchline to extend the lead to 20-0. The...