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In an eagerly anticipated clash, the Exeter Chiefs will host the Northampton Saints on April 18, 2026, in an English Premiership Rugby matchup. Both teams come into this fixture with solid recent performances, although Exeter holds a slight edge with four wins in their last five outings, showcasing their formidable home form.
Exeter’s forward pack has been a vital component, excelling in the set pieces and breakdowns, creating scoring opportunities and maintaining dominance in possession. Conversely, Northampton Saints have also been effective, with three victories in their last five matches. Their attacking style relies on quick ball movement and exploiting gaps in the opposition’s defense, which could pose a challenge for Exeter’s defensive strategies.
Betting odds reflect a tight contest, with Exeter favored at 2.05 for a home win and Northampton closely behind at 1.88 for an away victory. Our model indicates a probability of 41.1% for a home win and 54.4% for an away success, suggesting that while the Chiefs will seek to leverage home advantage, the Saints are well-positioned to capitalize on any opportunities.
Ultimately, fans can expect a closely contested match where tactical execution will be crucial. As always in rugby, the outcome remains uncertain, and both teams have the potential to claim victory.
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| Exeter 45.8% |
Draw 4.9% |
Northampton Saints 49.3% |
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
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1.95 | 21 | 1.89 | |
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2 | 18 | 1.91 | Watch and Bet |
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2 | 19 | 1.83 | |
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2.05 | 17.87 | 1.88 |
Latest Results
| 12.04.26 Benetton Treviso rugby – Exeter Chiefs – 41:44 04.04.26 Exeter Chiefs – Munster Rugby – 31:21 27.03.26 Newcastle Red Bulls – Exeter Chiefs – 14:38 21.03.26 Exeter Chiefs – Sale Sharks – 26:14 15.03.26 Leicester Tigers – Exeter Chiefs – 66:14 |
10.04.26 Bath Rugby – Northampton Saints – 43:41 03.04.26 Northampton Saints – Castres Olympique – 49:41 28.03.26 Saracens FC – Northampton Saints – 17:21 21.03.26 Northampton Saints – Newcastle Red Bulls – 28:27 08.03.26 Exeter Chiefs – Northampton Saints – 31:14 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 08.03.26 Exeter Chiefs – Northampton Saints – 31:14 28.09.25 Northampton Saints – Exeter Chiefs – 33:33 11.05.25 Exeter Chiefs – Northampton Saints – 42:14 28.09.24 Northampton Saints – Exeter Chiefs – 30:24 06.01.24 Exeter Chiefs – Northampton Saints – 36:42 |
Standings
2025/26
| Pl | W | D | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Northampton Saints | 12 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 439:326 | 52 |
| 2 | Bath | 12 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 436:278 | 51 |
| 3 | Leicester Tigers | 12 | 9 | 0 | 3 | 372:274 | 46 |
| 4 | Exeter Chiefs | 12 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 336:207 | 45 |
| 5 | Bristol | 12 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 323:286 | 38 |
| 6 | Saracens | 12 | 5 | 0 | 7 | 415:331 | 33 |
| 7 | Sale Sharks | 12 | 3 | 0 | 9 | 325:354 | 22 |
| 8 | Gloucester | 12 | 2 | 0 | 10 | 257:390 | 16 |
| 9 | Harlequins | 12 | 3 | 0 | 9 | 233:393 | 15 |
| 10 | Newcastle Red Bulls | 12 | 1 | 0 | 11 | 208:505 | 7 |
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