St.Helens will take on Catalans Dragons on Friday, 10th April 2026, in the Quarter Finals of the Betfred Challenge Cup. Kick-off is scheduled for 8pm at the BrewDog Stadium.
TICKET & ENTRY INFORMATION
The quickest and easiest method of securing your spot at the BrewDog Stadium is by purchasing your ticket online by visiting eticketing.co.uk/saintsrlfc.
A reminder: Season Tickets do not grant entry to this fixture, and you will need a ticket if you wish to enter the ground. We advise fans get their tickets online in advance of match day.
You can secure a digital or ‘Print at Home’ ticket online, saving you time and the need to visit the Ticket Office; however, the Stadium Ticket Office will be open on game day to assist.
For the full ticket details, click here.
SQUAD NEWS
St.Helens are handed a timely boost with the return of key players, as Alex Walmsley, Jonny Lomax, Kyle Feldt, George Delaney and George Whitby all come back into contention to strengthen Paul Rowley’s squad.
Agnatius Paasi (hamstring) and Shane Wright (concussion) drop out of the squad following last week’s victory over Wigan.
Click the image below to read our Quarter Final squad news in full.
Joel Tomkins has made one change from the side that beat Toulouse last weekend, with Captain Ben Garcia returning to the squad in place of Josh Allen.
The Dragons remain without energetic hooker Alrix Da Costa after suffering a calf injury in their defeat to Hull FC a fortnight ago.
Catalans Dragons’ 21-man squad
1. Charlie Staines, 2. Tommy Makinson, 3. Nick Cotric, 4. Solomona Faataape, 6. Toby Sexton, 7. Lewis Dodd, 8. Chris Satae, 10. Julian Bousquet, 12. Ben Condon, 13. Ben Garcia, 14. Phoenix Laulu-Togaga’e, 15. Iszac Fa’asuamaleaui, 17. Romain Navarette, 18. Harvey Wilson, 19. Kruise Leeming, 20. Zac Lipowicz, 24. Guillermo Aispuro-Bichet, 25. Lenny Marc, 26. Ugo Tison, 28. Leo Darrelatour, 30. Alexis Lis
THE MARCHING INN
The newly renovated bar at the BrewDog Stadium will once again be open for our Saints faithful, and we hope you will call in to visit The Marching Inn.
We will open the bar from 5pm on game day for supporters to get down and soak up the atmosphere ahead of kickoff.
🗣️ SHORROCKS EXCITED TO GET BACK INTO CUP ACTION
Joe Shorrocks is embracing the task ahead as attention turns to Friday’s Betfred Challenge Cup Quarter Final against Catalans Dragons.
The forward spoke about the excitement of returning to knockout rugby, highlighting the different edge and intensity that comes with cup competition. With a place in the semi-finals on the line, Shorrocks acknowledged the focus within the group and the importance of rising to the occasion.
FOLLOW THE GAME WITH SAINTS
Not joining us at the BrewDog Stadium? No worries, we’ll keep you informed.
You can follow along the Saints’ Live Match Centre – your hub to find out the team news, follow live game updates, see behind-the-scenes photos, and click to read all the key stories of the fixture.
St.Helens’ social media accounts will keep supporters up to date on every key moment, so ensure you are following us!
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Highlights and the full match replay will be available for Saints TV subscribers too on Sunday afternoon.
IN THE AWAY KIT
The Saints are wearing our 2026 Away Kit on Friday. It marks a rare occasion for the Saints, adding to a short list of fixtures where the Club has donned its away colours on home soil.
The decision has been made due to a kit clash, with both Catalans’ home and away kits conflicting with the Saints’ traditional home strip.
The vibrant teal colour features a graduated blend across the shirt’s pattern and is paired with an off-white chevron pattern and a mixed teal-and-off-white crossover collar and cuffs.
Get yours online by visiting saintssuperstore.com
THE REST OF THE QUARTER FINALS
The Saints kick off the Quarter Finals on Friday night, with two more games on Saturday and one on Sunday.
Saturday
Hull KR vs York Knights – BBC (1:30pm)
Warrington Wolves vs Leigh Leopards – SuperLeague+ (5:30pm)
Sunday
Wakefield Trinity vs Wigan Warriors – BBC (1:30pm)
THE RECORD AGAINST CATALANS
The two sides have been evenly matched in recent history, with Saints and Catalans each claiming five wins in their last ten meetings.
Saints have had the upper hand in the Challenge Cup, winning four of the last five encounters in the competition. The most recent meeting came in the 2022 Quarter Finals, with Saints securing a 36-20 victory over the Dragons in Perpignan.
Last ten meetings
Catalans 4, St Helens 36 (SLR3, 28/2/26)
St Helens 40, Catalans 0 (SLR11, 15/5/25)
Catalans 13, St Helens 14 (SLR6, 29/3/25)
St Helens 24, Catalans 12 (SLR13, 31/5/24)
Catalans 14, St Helens 8 (SLR7, 6/4/24)
Catalans 12, St Helens 6 (SLSF, 6/10/23)
St Helens 12, Catalans 14 (SLR19, 13/7/23)
Catalans 24, St Helens 12 (SLR11, 5/5/23)
Catalans 20, St Helens 18 (SLR17, 2/7/22)
Catalans 20, St Helens 36 (CCQF, 9/4/22)
SUPPORTER SAFETY
St.Helens R.F.C. want to ensure that everyone who comes to enjoy game days at the BrewDog Stadium can do so in a safe and friendly environment. The Club would like to reiterate to supporters that it operates a zero-tolerance approach to any anti-social behaviour.
Misbehaviours that will not be tolerated include, but are not limited to; physical or verbal abuse, violent conduct, missile throwing, excessive alcohol misuse, and any drug use.
Furthermore, the use of pyrotechnics is strictly prohibited under both rugby and football ground regulations. They can cause serious injuries to those who carry them as well as fellow spectators, as well as damage to surfaces such as the playing pitch which can cost clubs thousands of pounds.
St.Helens would also like to encourage parents/guardians of children coming to the ground to ensure they are always aware of what their child is doing and where in the stadium they are at all times.
BAG CHECK
Personal bags of A5 size or smaller only will be permitted in the BrewDog Stadium, and our stewarding staff will check your bags and conduct bag checks upon entry. We kindly ask supporters to please remain patient and be co-operative with our staff, and we thank you for your understanding.
Bags larger than A5 will only be permitted at the discretion of St.Helens R.F.C. staff if containing essentials for babies, or medical purposes and will be subject to being searched before entry. It is advised to provide Medical Exemption Certificates or proof of eligibility for a Medical Exemption Certificate.
O’Neills branded paper bags from the Saints Superstore will be permitted entry, however they too will be subject to bag checks from our stewarding staff.
Bag-Drop Facility
A Bag-Drop area will be set up at the BrewDog Stadium for any bags that would not be permitted entry. This will be located in the South East corner of the stadium and will be open from two hours before kick-off and will close one hour after full time.
Please note our Bag-Drop facility will cost £3 per bag, and as a cashless venue, only debit or credit cards will be accepted. St.Helens R.F.C. accepts no responsibility for loss or damage of items which are left at the owners’ risk, with all bags subject to a search.
COACH PREVIEW
St.Helens Head Coach Paul Rowley spoke to the press to look ahead to Friday night’s Betfred Challenge Cup Quarter Final against Catalans Dragons.
Rowley highlighted the quality in Catalans’ spine and the strength of their outside backs. He also pointed to their physical presence and structure, noting that controlling the tempo and limiting unstructured play will be crucial if the Red V are to come out on top.
Watch the full match preview with Paul on Saints TV
WHO WILL BE THE MATCH OFFICIALS?
Aaron Moore will be the Referee on Friday, and he will be assisted by Touch Judges Johnny Roberts and Mark Craven.
TUNE IN TO WATCH LIVE
The match will be shown live on SuperLeague+. Subscribers can stream the game at no extra cost, while non-subscribers have the option to watch via a one-off pay-per-view purchase.
