Newcastle Falcons suffered an agonising defeat in their first home game of the 2023/24 Gallagher Premiership season, with Northampton Saints edging the tightly contested affair 16-14 at Kingston Park.

Brett Connon slotted three penalties and Iwan Stephens crossed for our only try, with full match highlights available below:

The Falcons are next in home action on Sunday, November 12 when current Gallagher Premiership champions Saracens visit the Toon.

Tickets for the 3pm kick-off are available to purchase by clicking HERE, priced from just £15 for adults and £7 for under-18s.

Season ticket holders are reminded the fixture IS included in your membership.