Champions Northampton to open Prem season against Newcastle

Northampton, the reigning Premiership champions, will begin their title defense by hosting Newcastle on the opening weekend of the 2026-27 season. The match is part of a compelling opening round of fixtures, which also features Exeter taking on Gloucester at home. The new season is set to kick off with several intriguing matchups, pitting top teams against each other from the start. Northampton's opener against Newcastle promises to be a closely watched encounter.

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