Newcastle vs Saracens Predictions - Rejuvenated Newcastle to challenge Sarries
The article previews the upcoming Premiership rugby clash between Newcastle Red Bulls and Saracens. Newcastle, bolstered by a recent Red Bull takeover and financial boost, are expected to show some improvement this season but remain underdogs against the strong, internationally-staffed Saracens. Key points include Newcastle’s historically poor form and Saracens’ dominance in recent matchups. The recommendation is to back Newcastle with a +5.5 handicap, predicting they will be more competitive but still unlikely to overhaul Saracens’ strength and experience.
- Newcastle now known as 'Red Bulls' after Red Bull takeover and cash boost.
- Saracens have won 4 of the last 5 matches against Newcastle.
- Recommendation: Back Newcastle with a +5.5 handicap, expecting improvement but Saracens still stronger.
Saracens won their last match against Newcastle 75-28. (Getty Images)
Newcastle vs Saracens Predictions
Newcastle Red Bulls and their fans will be up for this game after getting a much-needed cash injection over the summer. It is a tough game but I fancy the hosts at +5.5.
- Newcastle vs Saracens Predictions
- Head to Head
- Newcastle Form
- Newcastle Team News
- Saracens Form
- Saracens Team News
- Newcastle lost 16 of 18 Premiership matches last season.
- Saracens won their last match against Newcastle 75-28.
- Saracens have won 4 of their last 5 matches against Newcastle.
Head to Head
Saracens lead 4-1 in their last five matches against Newcastle. Their last encounter, on 10 May 2025, Saracens thrashed Newcastle 75-28.
Newcastle Form
Newcastle are perennial strugglers in the Rugby Premiership, finishing bottom in most recent campaigns. Last season, they could only muster two victories from 18 matches as they finished 10th with 13 points, 16 behind second last.
However, it has been an interesting summer up north for the Falcons. They have been taken over by Red Bull, now known as Newcastle Red Bulls, so finally the club has some money to invest.
There is sure to be some improvement this season, but I wouldn’t expect any major change in terms of results. More competitive, yes but it may take another season or two for them to build the squad they want.
Newcastle Team News
With Red Bull adding some much-needed cash, Newcastle have already signed a few key players. This should immediately lift the mood around the club and will likely get them some better results.
Saracens Form
Saracens had a poor season in the Premiership last time out, finishing sixth with 56 points. With 10 wins and eight defeats, they were two points off the playoffs.
While it was a close call until the final day, Saracens are not a club that chases top four but rather top two. This season they will want to stamp some authority on the league, starting with a trip to Newcastle.
Saracens Team News
Sarries have a strong squad, littered with internationals from around the world, including English internationals like Elliot Daly, Jamie George, Maro Itoje and Max Mullins. With the squad at their disposal, they should be challenging for the title.
Verdict
Newcastle are backed on the +5.5 handicap.
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