Edinburgh Rugby vs Glasgow Warriors 1872 Cup Edinburgh Rugby vs Glasgow Warriors Tickets
Edinburgh Rugby will host Glasgow Warriors in one of the biggest fixtures on the Scottish rugby calendar when the two sides meet for the 1872 Cup at Scottish Gas Murrayfield in Edinburgh on Sunday, 27 December 2026. The match is scheduled for a 3:00pm kick-off and promises a passionate contest between Scotland's two leading professional rugby clubs. Fans can secure Edinburgh Rugby vs Glasgow Warriors tickets to experience this historic derby live at Murrayfield.
Fixture: Edinburgh Rugby vs Glasgow Warriors
Competition: 1872 Cup
Date: Sunday, 27 December 2026
Kick-off: 3:00pm
Venue: Scottish Gas Murrayfield, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
The festive-period clash will bring together two fierce Scottish rivals in a fixture where local pride, league points and the 1872 Cup are all at stake. With supporters from Edinburgh and Glasgow travelling to the capital, Murrayfield is expected to provide an outstanding atmosphere for this important derby.
The Edinburgh-Glasgow rivalry has roots stretching back more than 150 years. The first recorded meeting between Glasgow District and Edinburgh District took place on 23 November 1872 at Burnbank in Glasgow, with Edinburgh winning the historic match by a drop goal to nil. The rivalry continued through the amateur era before evolving into the professional contest between Edinburgh Rugby and Glasgow Warriors.
Previous 1872 Cup Matches2007-08: The modern 1872 Cup was introduced, reviving the historic inter-city rivalry and connecting the professional clubs with their Scottish rugby heritage. Glasgow Warriors won the inaugural modern-era competition.
2008-09: Edinburgh responded strongly to Glasgow's first modern-era success. The series included a dramatic turnaround, with Edinburgh winning the opening match heavily before Glasgow produced a memorable home victory in the return fixture.
2009-10: Glasgow reclaimed the 1872 Cup as the rivalry continued to develop into one of the most anticipated fixtures of the Scottish rugby season.
2010-11: Glasgow retained the trophy after another competitive series, adding to their growing record in the modern competition.
2011-12: Glasgow continued their strong run, securing another 1872 Cup success as the rivalry remained closely followed by Scottish rugby supporters.
2012-13: Glasgow again claimed the trophy, reinforcing their position as one of Scotland's leading professional sides.
2013-14: The rivalry remained fiercely contested, with both clubs competing for domestic success and European qualification alongside the 1872 Cup.
2014-15: Edinburgh regained the 1872 Cup, ending Glasgow's run and adding another chapter to the long-running Scottish derby.
2015-16: Edinburgh successfully retained the trophy as the two sides continued their annual festive battles.
2016-17: Glasgow returned to winning ways, beginning another successful period in the modern 1872 Cup.
2017-18: Edinburgh reclaimed the trophy after another closely contested series between the Scottish rivals.
2018-19: Edinburgh retained the 1872 Cup while Glasgow continued to compete at the highest level of the Pro14.
2019-20: Edinburgh won the trophy again, although the wider rugby season was later disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
2020-21: Glasgow regained the 1872 Cup during a heavily disrupted season as professional rugby adapted to unusual circumstances.
2021-22: Edinburgh claimed the trophy as the rivalry entered the United Rugby Championship era following the competition's expansion to include teams from South Africa.
2022-23: Glasgow Warriors reclaimed the 1872 Cup and began a new period of dominance in the modern rivalry.
2023-24: Glasgow retained the trophy after winning the two-leg series on aggregate, continuing their strong record in the competition.
2024-25: Glasgow again lifted the 1872 Cup after memorable derby performances, including a 33-14 victory over Edinburgh at Hampden Park and a 21-3 win at Murrayfield.
The 1872 Cup is named after the year of the original Edinburgh and Glasgow inter-city rugby match and represents one of the oldest rivalries in world rugby. The modern competition was introduced in the 2007-08 season and is incorporated into the United Rugby Championship schedule. The trophy is traditionally decided by the aggregate score across the two designated derby fixtures.
Scottish Gas Murrayfield provides an iconic setting for this historic encounter. As the home of Scottish rugby, the stadium offers supporters the opportunity to experience the 1872 Cup in one of the country's most famous sporting venues. The December date adds to the traditional festive atmosphere surrounding this annual rivalry.
Demand for Edinburgh Rugby vs Glasgow Warriors tickets is expected to be strong as supporters prepare for another chapter in the 1872 Cup rivalry. Whether you are supporting Edinburgh, travelling from Glasgow, or simply want to experience one of rugby's oldest inter-city contests, this fixture offers a memorable live sporting experience. Check ticket availability and secure your seats for the 27 December 2026 clash at Scottish Gas Murrayfield.