{
  "id": 320935,
  "title": "Eight-try Wigan thump Toulouse to move into second",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/08/eight-try-wigan-thump-toulouse-to-move-into-second",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-08T18:59:45.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "BBC Sport",
    "slug": "bbc-sport",
    "url": "https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-league/articles/ce3qz1p47p2o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Wigan Warriors secured a dominant 48-18 victory over Toulouse Olympique at Brick Community Stadium, extending their winning streak to 11 consecutive matches and moving into second place in the Super League. Zach Eckersley and Liam Marshall each scored twice, with French contributing a remarkable two tries. Harry Smith achieved an impressive eight field goals, while Noah Hodkinson and Sam Eseh also crossed the try line. Toulouse fought back to level the score at 18-18 just before halftime, scoring tries through Paul Ulberg, Romeo Tropis, and Cesar Rouge. Despite their efforts, the French side couldn't overcome the relentless Warriors, who sealed the win with tries from Hodkinson and Marshall in the second half. Wigan's performance highlights the talent of their key players, including Bevan French, Harry Smith, and Jai Field, and their ability to balance freedom and discipline on the field.",
  "summary": "Try-machine Zach Eckersley and Liam Marshall both score twice as Wigan Warriors beat Toulouse Olympique 48-18 to go second in Super League.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}