A Friday night feast of rugby league awaits at the Totally Wicked Stadium, with a double header of matches. Our Academy face Bradford Bulls as a curtain raiser before the First Team face Hull FC later on!
- St.Helens Academy vs Bradford Bulls – 5pm KO
- St.Helens vs Hull FC – 8pm KO
- Turnstiles will open from 4:45pm on Friday evening
TICKET & ENTRY INFORMATION
The quickest and easiest method of securing your spot at the Totally Wicked Stadium is by purchasing your ticket online by visiting eticketing.co.uk/saintsrlfc. You can secure a digital or ‘Print at Home’ ticket which would not require you to visit the Ticket Office.
Find out more about our stands, ticket prices and Ticket Office hours by clicking here.
St.Helens R.F.C. has actively been working with Blue Light Card to offer complimentary/discounted tickets to blue light workers in the local and surrounding areas.
Blue Light Card holders can redeem x1 Complimentary ticket and access discounted tickets by logging in to their Blue Light Card account. Find out more by clicking on the image below.
❤️ PRESCOTT CUP
Together with Hull FC, we will continue to honour the legacy of the late great Steve Prescott MBE with The Steve Prescott Cup to be contested.
SQUAD NEWS
Saints Head Coach Paul Wellens makes one change to his 21-man squad to face Hull FC on Friday night. Curtis Sironen returns after missing our game against Huddersfield on Sunday due to a failed HIA, he replaces Jake Davies.
Click the image below to read in full our Round 23 squad news.
Hull FC have made three changes to their 21-man squad for Friday night. Will Pryce, John Asiata, and Liam Watts all drop out of the squad, they have been replaced by Jordan Rapana, Ed Chamberlain and Brad Fash.
Hull FC 21-man squad vs St.Helens
1. Jordan Rapana, 2. Harvey Barron, 3. Zak Hardaker, 4. Ed Chamberlain, 5. Tom Briscoe, 7. Aidan Sezer, 8. Herman Ese’ese, 9. Amir Bourouh, 11. Jed Cartwright, 12. Jordan Lane, 14. Cade Cust, 16. Yusuf Aydin, 17. Jack Ashworth, 19. Brad Fash, 20. Davy Litten, 21. Will Gardiner, 22. Lewis Martin, 23. Logan Moy, 27. Matty Laidlaw, 34. Lloyd Kemp, 39. Sam Eseh
LIVERPOOL JOHN LENNON AIRPORT: CROSSBAR CHALLENGE
This week’s prizes are a pair of return flights to Antalya in Turkey with SunExpress (can be used up to November 2025 or April-November 2026)
SunExpress fly direct from Liverpool to the Turquoise Coast of Antalya, and flights are now on sale up to summer 2026 at sunexpress.com, starting at just £59.99 one-way. Free airport parking is also included.
With the eyes of all the Saints faithful in the West Stand watching, the contesting Member will get three attempts to hit the crossbar from the 20m line.
*Please note Terms & Conditions apply for this competition and prize.
WHO WILL BE THE MATCH OFFICIALS?
Liam Moore is the referee on Friday night at the Totally Wicked Stadium. Warren Turley and Matty Lynn are both on Touch Judge duty, with Tom Grant the video referee.
FOLLOW THE GAME WITH SAINTS
Are you not joining us at the Totally Wicked Stadium? We’ll keep you in the loop!
Get updated in full with the Saints’ Live Match Centre – our hub for you to find out the team news, follow live game updates, see behind the scenes photos, and read all the key stories of the fixture.
St.Helens’ social media accounts will keep supporters up to date of every key moment too, so get following us!
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⛵ SAILOR ON THE FINAL CHARGE
The Red V’s number #6 Tristan Sailor talks about his own personal form and enjoyment playing at fullback, which has seen him run hot and take his total try tally for the year so far to 18 four-pointers.
Watch the full player preview with Trist on Saints TV!
THE REST OF ROUND 23
Have a look at the rest of the fixtures coming up in Round 23 of the Betfred Super League this weekend.
Thursday, 21st August
Leeds Rhinos vs Hull KR – 8pm KO
Friday, 22nd August
Leigh Leopards vs Salford Red Devils – 8pm KO
Saturday, 23rd August
Catalans Dragons vs Castleford Tigers – 6pm KO
Sunday, 24th August
Huddersfield Giants vs Warrington Wolves – 3pm KO
Wigan Warriors vs Wakefield Trinity – 3pm KO
Take a look at how the Betfred Super League table looks ahead of Round 23 by clicking here.
THE RECORD AGAINST HULL FC
The two sides have faced each other 67 times in the Betfred Super League era. Saints have won 46 of those meetings, Hull FC winning 18 with the other three being draws.
Saints’ biggest victory over the Black and Whites was a 74-16 victory in 1999, or a 58-0 victory in 2024, both at home. Hull FC’s biggest win over the Red V was a 44-6 win in East Yorkshire back in 2004.
Last 10 Meetings
Hull FC 6, St Helens 13 (SLR17, 5/7/25)
Hull FC 6, St Helens 46 (SLR20, 3/8/24)
St Helens 58, Hull FC 0 (SLR8, 19/4/24)
St Helens 30, Hull FC 12 (SLR27, 22/9/23)
Hull FC 34, St Helens 6 (SLR16, 22/6/23)
Hull FC 18, St Helens 32 (CCQF, 17/6/23)
St Helens 20, Hull FC 12 (SLR5, 17/3/23)
Hull FC 6, St Helens 60 (SLR23, 14/8/22)
St Helens 24, Hull FC 10 (SLR12, 13/5/22)
Hull FC 6, St Helens 38 (SLR2, 19/2/22)
COACH PREVIEW
After a three weeks of strong performances, the Saints are striving to keep this run of good form going, and Wellens wants the same level of effort and application in the remaining weeks of the season as we fight to move as high as we can in the Betfred Super League table.
Our visitors to the Totally Wicked Stadium are Hull FC who have been impressive in the 2025 campaign, with a big, physical pack unit, combined with dangerous, young outside backs that have got them scoring a lot of points.
Saints TV subscribers can watch Wello’s full Coach Preview
MEET THE SAINTS IN THE RED V BAR
Two First Team Saints will be discussing the match ahead of kick-off in the Red V Bar! Make sure you’re there to get the inside scoop, and enjoy a drink before the big game.
The Red V Bar will be open ahead of the match against the Black & Whites, with a full range of drinks to enjoy; Stowford Press Original and Mixed Berry, Carling, RedV Smooth, Guniness and Madri all on draught!
TUNE IN TO WATCH LIVE
Friday night’s First Team game will be broadcast live on Sky Sports + from 7:30pm.
The Academy game will not be broadcasted live anywhere, so the only way to watch is to be at the Totally Wicked Stadium, with kick-off set for 5:00pm.
IN THE HOME KIT
Both Saints sides will be wearing the 2025 Home Kit will be worn on Friday night!
Taking centre stage, the iconic Saints crest has been transformed into a futuristic holographic badge and is placed in the centre of the shirt for the first time in 16 years.
The shirt has elasticated sleeve cuffs that feature a woven oval SH pattern taken from one of the core elements of the Club crest, with the SH also watermarked into the Red V and on the side panels of the shorts.
Get yours online by visiting saintssuperstore.com!
The Saints Superstore at the Totally Wicked Stadium will also be open on game day for you to visit!
😊 SENSORY UNIT
At this fixture in there will be a Sensory Support Space, which will be available for supporters. This has been created to allow people with sensory needs to experience rugby league matches in a comfortable and controlled environment.
Fans will see the Sensory Support Space pictured below, and it will be located in Totally Wicked North Stand.
BAG CHECK
Personal bags of A5 size or smaller only will be permitted in the Totally Wicked Stadium, and our stewarding staff will check your bags and conduct bag checks upon entry.
Whilst this is a change to what supporters have been used to in the past, the Club’s decision to implement these changes to entering the ground with a bag are to ensure everyone’s security and safety when attending fixtures at the home of the Saints.
With the proposed implementation of The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill legislation, there may be further updates to fans’ gameday experiences in the future, with the priority of creating a safe environment for all.
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 on match days at the Totally Wicked 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.
SUPPORTER SAFETY
St.Helens R.F.C. want to ensure that everyone who comes to enjoy game days at the Totally Wicked 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, at both our own home ground and when visiting other clubs’ stadiums. 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 misuse.
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.
The Club during recent seasons has taken preventative actions for home fixtures, with additional stewarding and ‘sniffer’ dog patrols around the stadium. Supporters may encounter these dog patrols when approaching the stadium.
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.
FOOD & DRINK
The Totally Wicked Stadium has a number of kiosks located around the concourse, each named after a legendary Saints player or phrase!
These are situated in each stand and serve a variety of hot and cold food, chocolate, crisps, snacks as well as a range of soft drinks and alcoholic beverages.
Check out a full rundown of our Food & Drink offerings by clicking on the image below!
UP NEXT AT HOME: WIGAN WARRIORS
It’s Derby Day against Wigan Warriors next up for Saints at the Totally Wicked Stadium on Friday 5th August. The game will be a double header with the women’s derby also taking place earlier on.
You can purchase tickets for Derby Day against the Warriors by visiting our website online here.
