# Appia Rugby Brindisi Serie B debut

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/appia-rugby-brindisi-serie-b-debut
> Updated: 2026-10-20T14:11:21.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

The Appia Rugby Brindisi club prepared for its Serie B season with a commemorative event on October 17, featuring the presentation of ‘Quella 127 gialla’, a book by Mario Spalluto documenting the city’s 40-year rugby history.

Following the presentation, the team made its competitive debut on October 18 against Tigri Rugby Bari. Appia Rugby secured a 21-16 victory at the ‘Alfredo Malcarne’ field, led by a hat-trick from Captain Mangione. The win marked a historic achievement for the club after their promotion last year.

## Claims

- Appia Rugby defeated Tigri Rugby Bari 21-16. (single source)
- The match took place on Sunday, October 18. (single source)
- Captain Mangione scored a hat-trick during the match. (single source)
- The game was held at the “Alfredo Malcarne” field in Sant’Elia. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-20: Appia Rugby secures historic Serie B debut victory

Appia Rugby Brindisi secured a historic 21-16 victory against Tigri Rugby Bari in their Serie B debut match.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/appia-rugby-secures-historic-serie-b-debut-victory

### 2026-10-13: Brindisi rugby celebrates history and Serie B debut

Brindisi will host an event on October 17 featuring the presentation of Mario Spalluto’s book on local rugby history and the introduction of Appia Rugby Brindisi ahead of their Serie B debut.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brindisi-rugby-celebrates-history-and-serie-b-debut

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