We have three matches to be played this week, here's all the key information you need.
Our week starts off with The Capital Challenge down in London, a team of young Saints will be taking on the British Army Rugby League team!
Saturday sees two sides in action, both against Castleford, one at home and one away. The Reserves will host the Tigers at the BrewDog Stadium in the morning, then in the evening St.Helens’ First Team head to The Jungle in West Yorkshire for a
See the key information for all three matches below.
WEDNESDAY
Saints Reserves & Academy vs British Army Rugby League (A) – The Capital Challenge 2026
Taking place in London at the prestigious and historic venue that is the Honourable Artillery Company (HAC), a young Saints outfit will be taking on the British Army 1st XIII in The Capital Challenge. Our players have a fantastic chance to experience a longer-distance away fixture outside the traditional rugby league heartlands. They’ll also get to test their skills against some of the Army’s best players.
The Capital Challenge is part of the Club’s ongoing working relationship with British Army Rugby League, and is a charitable and engagement event between the military and rugby league, with two matches to be played on the day, followed by a formal reception in the evening; a showcase of the sport of Rugby League in the Capital.
This event will be raising money for two charitable causes; the Royal British Legion (RBL) and the Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association.
- The Royal Artillery versus The Infantry – The 1925 Cup – 1pm KO
- British Army 1st XIII versus St.Helens – The Capital Challenge – 3pm KO
- Honourable Artillery Company (HAC), Finsbury Barracks, London, EC1Y 2BQ
- Entry to attend is invite online – and, the formal Charity Dinner is strictly a ticket-only occasion.
SATURDAY
Reserves vs Castleford Tigers (H)
Ian Talbot’s Saints Reserves have got off to a great start in the 2026 Reserves Championship, winning both of the two rounds that have been played so far.
Kicking off the new campaign with a dominant 60-16 victory over Leigh Leopards at Ruskin Drive. Our Red V side then battled to a 22-10 defeat over Bradford Bulls a week later in their first match of the year at our home ground.
Next up, they will welcome Castleford Tigers, who were victorious over Huddersfield Giants in their sole Reserves fixture of the season so far, 32-18.
- Saturday, 14th March 2026
- Kick-off at 11:30am
- BrewDog Stadium, WA9 3AL
- FREE entry to this match for 2026 Saints Members
- Match entry prices for non-Members: Adults – £5, Concessions – £3, Under 16’s – £2
First Team vs Castleford Tigers (A)
Throughout the year, St Helens R.F.C. will be celebrating our 1996 team, that historic year which saw the Saints achieve an historic Double by winning both the inaugural Super League and the Challenge Cup. Thirty years later, fittingly, the Saints and Castleford will meet again in the Fourth Round, mirroring the 1996 Cup competition.
Paul Rowley’s men secured their place at this stage of the Cup with a professional performance against Workington Town, running out 2-98 victors up in West Cumbria. The Saints have won their last three league matches, including a hard-fought victory over Bradford last Saturday.
Ryan Carr’s Tigers team reached this stage of the knockout competition after defeating Doncaster in early February. Their league form has been mixed, with only one win in their last four matches, coming against Huddersfield two weeks ago.
- Saturday, 14th March 2026
- Kick-off at 6pm
- The OneBoreStadium Stadium, WF10 2SD
- Ticket information available here
