Leicester Tigers Host Northampton Saints in Derby

The Leicester Tigers are set to face the Northampton Saints in the highly anticipated East Midlands Derby on Saturday at Mattioli Woods Welford Road. Leicester welcomes back international players Julián Montoya and Handré Pollard, with Montoya captaining the side, while the Saints will feature 19-year-old Archie McParland in his second Premiership start due to multiple injuries in their squad. Saints’ director of rugby Phil Dowson acknowledges the challenge posed by Leicester's strong lineup and emphasizes his team's need to focus on their own strengths. With the Saints sitting fifth in the league, they aim for their first away victory in Leicester since January 2023. Both teams are looking to build momentum, with Leicester having won the last two derbies. The match promises to be a thrilling encounter as both teams fight for critical points in the Gallagher Premiership.