English Premiership Rugby Cup, Welford Road (Leicester) on Saturday,
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As Leicester Tigers prepare to face the Newcastle Red Bulls in the English Premiership Rugby Cup on September 12, 2026, both teams come into this match under pressure to secure their season’s momentum. Leicester Tigers, playing at home, will look to bounce back after suffering a defeat in their last fixture. With their passionate home crowd expected at the Tigers’ ground, they will aim to leverage the advantage of familiar conditions and support.
Newcastle Red Bulls, on the other hand, have yet to record a win this season, having had no competitive outings leading up to this match. Their lack of match fitness could prove critical as Leicester’s experience and tactical execution come into play. The Tigers are known for their strong set-piece game and ability to control the tempo, which will be essential against a potentially unsettled Newcastle side.
Bookmakers have made Leicester the clear favorites, pricing them at 1.21 to win, while Newcastle’s odds sit at 4.18, reflecting their underdog status. Given the recent form of both teams, Leicester Tigers are expected to put forth a dominant performance, yet rugby can be unpredictable, and Newcastle may seize any opportunity to spring a surprise. Fans should brace for an intriguing clash that could tip either way.
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| Leicester Tigers 75% |
Draw 3.2% |
Newcastle 21.8% |
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1.22 | 30 | 4.2 | |
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1.21 | 26 | 4.52 | |
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1.2 | 27 | 3.8 | |
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1.22 | 30 | 4.2 |
Latest Results
| 05.09.26 Harlequin FC – Leicester Tigers – 45:21 12.06.26 Northampton Saints – Leicester Tigers – 45:31 06.06.26 Bath Rugby – Leicester Tigers – 24:22 31.05.26 Leicester Tigers – Exeter Chiefs – 26:35 17.05.26 Sale Sharks – Leicester Tigers – 33:47 |
06.06.26 Gloucester Rugby – Newcastle Red Bulls – 54:21 30.05.26 Newcastle Red Bulls – Sale Sharks – 45:42 16.05.26 Bath Rugby – Newcastle Red Bulls – 69:12 10.05.26 Newcastle Red Bulls – Harlequin FC – 17:76 24.04.26 Newcastle Red Bulls – Bristol Rugby – 19:52 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 18.04.26 Leicester Tigers – Newcastle Red Bulls – 62:3 06.02.26 Leicester Tigers – Newcastle Red Bulls – 28:19 28.11.25 Newcastle Red Bulls – Leicester Tigers – 17:39 31.10.25 Newcastle Red Bulls – Leicester Tigers – 8:10 31.05.25 Leicester Tigers – Newcastle Red Bulls – 42:20 |
Standings
Group A
| Pl | W | D | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Sale Sharks | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 50:28 | 5 |
| 2 | Bristol | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 43:40 | 5 |
| 3 | Gloucester | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 40:43 | 2 |
| 4 | Bath | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 28:50 | 1 |
| 5 | Exeter Chiefs | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
Group B
| Pl | W | D | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Saracens | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 96:42 | 5 |
| 2 | Harlequins | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 45:21 | 5 |
| 3 | Northampton Saints | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 42:96 | 1 |
| 4 | Newcastle Red Bulls | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
| 5 | Leicester Tigers | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 21:45 | 0 |
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