Exeter Chiefs vs Northampton Saints predictions, Apr 18, 2026

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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
	1.95	21	1.89
	2	18	1.91	Watch and Bet
	2	19	1.83
	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

Enjoy a meeting between a mid-ranked team and one of the leaders (ranked 4 in the zone Promotion ~ Premiership Rugby (Play Offs: Semi~finals) and 1 in the zone Promotion ~ Premiership Rugby (Play Offs: Semi~finals)).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Exeter won 2.

Exeter is in very good shape right now (last 5 games: 4 wins).

Northampton Saints‘s form has been unstable in recent games (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).

Northampton Saints may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.

The probability of winning is almost the same for both teams in this match.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Exeter won 12 matches, drew 1 match, lost 7 matches, and goals 631:450. (average 31.6:22.5).

Including home matches between the teams, Exeter won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 388:206. (average 35.3:18.7).

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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