Dragons take on Ospreys at Rodney Parade in our first Welsh derby of 2020 this Saturday (kick-off 3pm) as the Men of Gwent look to record a fifth successive home win against Welsh rivals - a run that began with defeating the Ospreys in December 2018.
Dragons edged the Guinness PRO14 encounter against the Ospreys just over a year ago at Rodney Parade in a nail-biting contest, with Jared Rosser and Elliot Dee claiming tries for the home side.
Both players have been selected in the starting line-up by Dean Ryan, who also welcomes back Leon Brown, Joe Davies, Tyler Morgan and Tom Griffiths.
Did you know?
- Dragons only home defeat in their last five matches in all competitions was 12-39 to Zebre in round 7 of the Guinness PRO14 when eight players were away on international duty for the Wales versus Barbarians clash.
- Ospreys are without a win since beating Benetton 24-20 at Liberty Stadium on 12 October.
- Ospreys have lost all six away games they have played in all tournaments this season.
GUARD OF HONOUR (supported by Wilko: The home of family value)
We will be welcome youngsters, coaches and parents from Machen, Chepstow, Cwmbran, Abertillery, Risca rugby clubs for our Guard of honour. Give them a big cheer as they enter the field of play to welcome both teams onto the pitch.
CHARITY COLLECTION
The match day collection will be for St David’s Hospice Foundation who work alongside patients with life limiting illnesses and support them at the most difficult times of their lives. Discover more at www.stdavidshospicecare.org
OPENING TIMES GATES & BARS
Pubic gates open at 1pm for the match, with Rodney's Bar accessible from opening and Premier Bar from 1.30pm. Arriving early? Join us in the fanzone marquee from 12.30pm. Ground bars open from 2pm.
PRE-MATCH ENTERTAINMENT
Newport City Radio are back for tomorrow's game in the fanzone marquee hosting the pre-match show. The running order is:
- 1.30pm - Newport City Radio show starts
- 1.45pm - Player Q&A
- 2pm - Team news
- Post-match - Live music by CoDA
MATCH PARTNERS
A warm welcome to everyone for the game, and we'd also like to especially thank match day partners Compeed and match ball partners Clarity Copiers. Thank you for your support.
CLUB SHOP
The club shop has a wide range of replica, leisurewear and new items in store. Visit the Club Shop at Rodney Parade on match day for all the latest deals and to get kitted out for 2020.
TICKET OFFICE
We're open from 11am tomorrow ahead of kick off, as well as during the match and after the game. Ticket holders from the Ospreys game can upgrade their ticket to half season membership at a discount, so hold on to your ticket.
CASHLESS STADIUM
Supporters are reminded that all Rodney Parade bars will be cashless for the 2019/20 season - with only card or mobile payment now accepted. Rodney Parade is striving to deliver the best possible fan experience at our iconic home, so bars within the stadium will no longer accept cash. All major contactless debit and credit cards will be accepted, with chip and pin applying for purchases over £30. Mobile payments, including Apple Pay and Google Pay will also be able to be used and make sure you download the Dragons drinks ordering App to skip the queue when you pre-order.
CLICK HERE to find out more and download the App
Tickets remain on sale NOW from the Ticket Office on 01633 674990 at Rodney Parade and online by clicking HERE
