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July 07, 2026

Old Anniesland to host Warriors v Bath

Posted by Editor on July 7, 2026 07:16 PM | No comments | Print | E-mail author

Franco Smith thinks facing Bath will be ideal preparation for the season ahead
Glasgow Warriors will prepare for the 2026/27 campaign with a home pre-season clash against Bath at The High School of Glasgow's Old Anniesland campus on Friday 18 September (ko 7.30pm).

The fixture marks another milestone in the club's partnership with The High School of Glasgow, as the Warriors take pre-season action into the local community.

The two sides renew acquaintances after meeting in a pre-season fixture in Bath ahead of the 2025/26 season. Their last competitive encounters came during the 2022/23 EPCR Challenge Cup, when Glasgow secured victory at The Recreation Ground before the return fixture at Scotstoun ended in a draw.

Bath's squad includes a number of familiar names for the Warriors support. Former Glasgow favourite Finn Russell remains a key figure for the English club, while prop Jamie Bhatti returned to Bath this summer. Scotland internationals Cam Redpath and Josh Bayliss also feature in a talented playing group.

The match will offer Franco Smith's squad an important test ahead of the new season, giving supporters an early opportunity to see the Warriors in action before competitive rugby returns.

Glasgow Warriors Head Coach Franco Smith said: "It's a great opportunity to take one of our pre-season fixtures into the community and to play at The High School of Glasgow.

"Bath are an outstanding side and will provide exactly the type of challenge we're looking for at this stage of our preparations.

"They have quality throughout their squad and play an exciting brand of rugby. We're looking forward to the challenge and to the opportunity to play in front of our supporters in a different setting."