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2026 Northampton Saints vs Exeter Chiefs - Final

PREM Rugby Final 2026: Northampton Defeats Exeter, Becomes PREM Champions

PREM Rugby Final 2026: Northampton Defeats Exeter, Becomes PREM Champions

Northampton Saints defeat the Exeter Chiefs to become the 2026 PREM Rugby champions. Read the full FloRugby recap of the game.

Jun 20, 2026 by Tobias Linkin
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Harlequins vs Northampton Saints Rugby Highlights In Gallagher PREM Round 185:53

Northampton Saints are English champions after defeating Exeter Chiefs 26-17 in the Gallagher PREM Final.

The Saints struck early through Tommy Freeman before Fin Smith’s try helped them build a 14-10 halftime lead. Exeter battled back after the break, with Dafydd Jenkins scoring to give the Chiefs a brief 17-14 advantage.

Northampton responded in championship fashion. George Hendy scored twice in four minutes, putting the Saints back ahead and then extending the lead to nine.

Henry Pollock was named Gallagher Player of the Match after a standout performance in Northampton’s title-winning effort.

Read the entire FloRugby recap to catch up on for key moments and highlights from the match.

Subscribe to FloRugby to watch the Northampton Saints vs. Exeter Chiefs replay from Allainz Stadium.

Player Of The Match: Henry Pollock

Northampton Saints fan favorite Henry Pollock is named the Gallagher Player Of The Match! The 21-year-old flanker played a major role in the PREM championship for the Saints.

End Of Match - Northampton Saints Are The English Champions!

Final Score: Northampton 26, Exeter 17

Northampton's dominant regular season leads to a strong defensive performance in the PREM Final and a nine point win to become the English Rugby champions!

Exeter Attempting Last Effort To Get Back In The Game - 75' - 11:51 a.m. ET

Northampton 26, Exeter 17

Chiefs are down multiple scores with just five minutes left. Their offense needs to pick up a score soon or the game will essentially be over.

George Hendy Makes It Two In A Row For Saints! - 68' - 11:42 a.m. ET

Northampton 26, Exeter 17

There is nobody in behind for Chiefs and George Hendy has a clean run to the try zone to score Northampton's second try in four minutes. The conversion is good and Saints are up nine points.

Northampton Takes Back The Lead - 64' - 11:38 a.m. ET

Northampton 19, Exeter 17

The Try is good after a TMO review, and a George Hendy try gives the Saints back the lead over Exeter. The conversion from Saints is no good, so the lead is at two points with 15 minutes to go.

Dadydd Jenkins Shown A Yellow Card  🟨 - 57' - 11:26 a.m. ET

Northampton 14, Exeter 17

Northampton nearly scores a try, but an illegal tackle from Dafydd Jenkins partially leads to a lost ball, and Jenkins is instead sent off. For the next three minutes, these teams will play 14 v 14.

Chiefs Score The Try Up A Man - 51' - 11:19 a.m. ET

Northampton 14, Exeter 17

The Chiefs take full advantage of the yellow card and take their first lead of the game on 15 v 14. Dafydd Jenkins crosses for the score. The conversion after is good and Exeter leads by three points.

TMO Review Leads To Josh Kemeny Being Shown Yellow Card 🟨 - 50' - 11:17 a.m. ET

Northampton 14, Exeter 10

A review finds that the Josh Kemeny leads with his shoulder on a tackle and is sent off with a yellow card for foul play. Exeter will have a man advantage for 10 minutes.

Exeter Defense Holds Strong At Try Line - 45' - 11:07 a.m. ET

Northampton 14, Exeter 10

Chiefs defense holds up brilliantly, as the Saints nearly scored a try on multiple occasions but the defense holds up strong early in the second half. The Chiefs are playing with physicality to start the last 40 minutes.

Second Half Begins - 11:02 a.m. ET

Northampton 14, Exeter 10

Northampton has a small lead going into the second half of a competitive PREM final.

Chiefs Score A Try Right Before Half - 39' - 10:45 a.m. ET

Northampton 14, Exeter 10

Saints pile forward to stop the Chiefs but Josh Iosefa-Scott powers the ball into the try zone for Exeter. The conversion is no good, but the 5-point try puts the Chiefs right back in the PREM final.

Northampton Extends Their Lead With A Second Try - 32' - 10:38 a.m. ET

Northampton 14, Exeter 5

Fin Smith extends the Northampton lead with a beautiful try to power it in the try zone through the Chiefs defense. The conversion is good and the Saints have a nine point lead as halftime approaches.

Offenses Have Failed To Advance - 28' - 10:34 a.m. ET

Northampton 7, Exeter 5

Defenses have taken control in the PREM Final, with moments of offensive control being shut down. It's now been nearly 20 minutes since a score from either team.

Saints Nearly Have A Try, Ball Is Dropped - 18' - 10:20 a.m. ET

Northampton 7, Exeter 5

Northampton breaks free and nearly scores a try, but George Hendy can't hang onto the pass and the Chiefs defense manages to hang on and get the stop.

Exeter Chiefs With A Try - 10' - 10:12 a.m. ET

Northampton 7, Exeter 5

Exeter comes back with a try of their own from Campbell Ridl to even up the try count. The conversion is no good from Henry Slade so Northampton still leads by two.

Both Teams Settle Into The Match - 9' - 10:09 a.m. ET

Northampton 7, Exeter 0

Exeter is causing the Saints problems after their early try. The Chiefs defense makes a huge stop short of the try zone and both teams have settled down after the quick strike.

Northampton Strikes First - 2' - 10:02 a.m. ET

Northampton 7, Exeter 0

The Saints strike first after a miscommunication from Exeter leads to a try from Tommy Freeman and a quick lead for Northampton. Fin Smith makes the conversion and it's a quick seven point lead.

Game Begins - 0'

Northampton 0, Exeter 0

Northampton Saints and Exeter Chiefs kickoff for the PREM championship. Can Exeter build off their dramatic semifinal comeback, or will the Saints build on their dominant semifinal performance?

Exeter Chiefs vs. Bath Rugby Highlights

Exeter Chiefs secured their spot in the PREM final with a dramatic 27-26 victory over Bath Rugby. After trailing 26-10 at halftime, Exeter produced a second-half comeback. 

The Chiefs held their nerve in the closing stages to edge past one of the league’s top sides by  one point. The result highlighted Exeter’s resilience and championship pedigree, setting up a highly anticipated final showdown with Northampton Saints. Here are the highlights from their win.

Northampton Saints vs. Leicester Tigers Highlights

Northampton Saints booked their place in the PREM final with a 45-31 victory over Leicester Tigers at Franklin’s Gardens. The Saints built a 26-19 halftime lead before pulling away in the second half. Their five-try performance showcased the ability that has made them one of England’s most dangerous teams. 

Northampton’s pace, creativity, and ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities proved decisive in a statement semifinal win. Here are the highlights from their win.

Northampton Saints vs. Exeter Chiefs Team Form

Northampton Saints Last 5 Games

  • June 12, 2026 (Premiership Final) – Northampton Saints 45–31 Leicester Tigers
  • June 6, 2026 (Premiership Semifinal) – Harlequins 38–31 Northampton Saints
  • May 30, 2026 (Premiership Round) – Northampton Saints 36–32 Gloucester Rugby
  • May 15, 2026 (Premiership Round) – Northampton Saints 94–33 Bristol Bears
  • May 9, 2026 (Premiership Round) – Leicester Tigers 41–17 Northampton Saints

Exeter Chiefs Last 5 Games

  • June 13, 2026 (Premiership Final) – Exeter Chiefs 27–26 Bath Rugby
  • June 6, 2026 (Premiership Semifinal) – Exeter Chiefs 32–12 Saracens
  • May 31, 2026 (Premiership Round) – Exeter Chiefs 35–26 Leicester Tigers
  • May 16, 2026 (Premiership Round) – Harlequins 41–24 Exeter Chiefs
  • May 10, 2026 (Premiership Cup Final) – Exeter Chiefs 36–33 Cornwall Rugby Club

Northampton Saints Matchday Squad

  1. Emmanuel Iyogun
  2. Curtis Langdon
  3. Elliot Millar Mills
  4. Alex Coles
  5. Ed Prowse
  6. Josh Kemeny
  7. Tom Pearson
  8. Henry Pollock
  9. Archie McParland
  10. Fin Smith
  11. George Hendy
  12. Rory Hutchinson
  13. Tom Litchfield
  14. Tommy Freeman
  15. George Furbank (c)

Replacements:

16. Craig Wright, 17. Danilo Fischetti, 18. Luke Green, 19. JJ Van Der Mescht, 20. Tom Lockett, 21. Callum Chick, 22. Alex Mitchell, 23. Fraser Dingwall

Exeter Chiefs Matchday Squad

  1. Scott Sio
  2. Max Norey
  3. Josh Iosefa-Scott
  4. Dafydd Jenkins (c)
  5. Andrea Zambonin
  6. Tom Hooper
  7. Ethan Roots
  8. Greg Fisilau
  9. Stephen Varney
  10. Harvey Skinner
  11. Campbell Ridl
  12. Len Ikitau
  13. Henry Slade
  14. Immanuel Feyi-Waboso
  15. Olly Woodburn

Replacements

16. Joseph Dweba, 17. Ethan Burger, 18. Bachuki Tchumbadze, 19. Christ Tshiunza, 20. Ross Vintcent, 21. Kane James, 22. Tom Cairns, 23. Will Haydon-Wood

2026 Gallagher Premiership Rugby Playoffs

Premiership Semifinals

June 13, 2026

  • Northampton Saints 45–31 Leicester Tigers
  • Exeter Chiefs 27–26 Bath Rugby

Premiership Final

June 20, 2026 – Allianz Stadium

  • Northampton Saints vs. Exeter Chiefs

How to Watch Northampton vs. Exeter In The United States

Northampton Saints vs. Exeter Chiefs streams live on FloRugby and the FloSports app. Action starts at 10 p.m. ET from Allianz Stadium in Twickenham.

How The Gallagher PREM Playoffs Work

The top four teams in the final league table qualify for the playoffs.

The No. 1 seed hosts the No. 4 seed, while the No. 2 seed hosts the No. 3 seed. 

The winners advance to the Gallagher PREM Final, where the league champion is crowned.

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As the final chapter of the URC season unfolds in Dublin, FloRugby is the destination for fans who do not want to miss a moment of the action.

When the final whistle sounds on June 19, one team will lift the BKT URC trophy and cement its place in league history. Watch it happen live on FloRugby.

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