Leigh Leopards Beat Hull FC Despite Fightback

Match Overview

Leigh Leopards came from behind to secure a 32‑22 win against Hull FC at the Halliwell Jones Stadium. The hosts trailed by 28 points at half‑time but erupted after the break, thanks to a stunning comeback led by Josh Charnley, who scored twice, including the match‑settling try late in the game. Harvey Barron, Cade Cust and Lennon Clark also crossed for Hull’s second‑half points, while Adam Cook’s four goals for Leigh helped seal the victory. The result lifts Leigh back into the top six, whereas Hull’s woes continue.

Hull FC’s Slide Continues

Hull FC have now lost nine of their last ten fixtures, dropping to second bottom of the Betfred Super League table. Their first‑half performance was described as dishevelled, with poor cohesion evident as Charnley, Cook, a double from David Armstrong and Umyla Hanley powered the visitors ahead. The Black and Whites showed spirit after the interval, but the damage done early proved too great to overcome. Their injury‑tossed form suggests a challenging run‑in ahead.

Leigh’s Resilience and Key Plays

In the second half, Leigh’s defence held firm despite Owen Trout being sin‑binned for ten minutes. Cook produced a 40‑20 kick and a precise pass that set up Charnley’s second try, effectively ending Hull’s revival. Barron’s brace and the scores from Cust and Clark gave the visitors a late surge, yet Leigh’s finishing proved decisive. The win demonstrates Leigh’s ability to grind out results when under pressure.

Player Highlights

• Josh Charnley – two tries, including a crucial late score; all‑time Super League try‑scorer.
• David Armstrong – scored twice in the opening stanza.
• Harvey Barron – two second‑half tries.
• Cade Cust and Lennon Clark – both crossed for Hull.
• Adam Cook – four goals for Leigh; also contributed a crucial pass.
• Hardaker – three goals for Hull.

Team Line‑ups and Officials

• Hull FC (0) 22
  • Full‑back: Moy
  • Wing: Barron
  • Center: Hardaker
  • Center: Litten
  • Wing: Briscoe
  • Stand‑off: Arthur
  • Scrum‑half: Sezer
  • Hooker: Salabio
  • Prop: Bourouh
  • Prop: Hill
  • Lock: Batchelor
  • Lock: O’Neill
  • Loose‑forward: Bell

  Interchanges: Aydin, Clark, Cust, Ese’ese

• Leigh (28) 32
  • Full‑back: O’Brien
  • Wing: Senior
  • Center: Armstrong
  • Center: Hanley
  • Wing: Charnley
  • Stand‑off: Cook
  • Scrum‑half: Lam
  • Hooker: Trout
  • Prop: Horne
  • Prop: Liu
  • Lock: Halton
  • Lock: Hughes
  • Loose‑forward: Brogan

  Interchanges: Davis, Vaalepu, Brown, Ipape

• Sin‑bin: Owen Trout (61′)
• Referee: Aaron Moore

The victory keeps Leigh in contention for a play‑off spot, while Hull’s declining form threatens to push them deeper into trouble. Both clubs will look to address their inconsistencies as the season reaches its climax.