Christian Wade runs over three defenders to score first try for Newcastle Red Bulls.

Peceli Yato powered over from close range to give the French side the early advantage, but Newcastle hit back in style. Wade showed his trademark pace and power, shrugging off three defenders to touch down, before Sammy Arnold finished a slick team move to put the hosts ahead.

Maxim Granell’s try, scored while Newcastle were temporarily down to 14 men, narrowed the gap to 14-12 at the break. But the Red Bulls kept their foot on the gas, moving into the last 16 with a game to spare.

Elliott Obatoyinbo’s corner try, crafted from sharp backline handling, and a powerful score from hooker George McGuigan gave Newcastle breathing room. Even a second Granell try for Perpignan couldn’t shake the home side.

The standout moment? One-cap England star Christian Wade, slicing through three defenders to score his first try for Newcastle in emphatic style.