On May 1, 2026, the Saints triumphed over the York Knights with a score of 40-16 at BrewDog Stadium. This match marked the first meeting between these two teams in the Super League.
Saints came into the game ranked 2nd in the league table, while York Knights were positioned at 10th. Saints started strong, scoring three tries within the first seven minutes of play.
As the match progressed, York Knights managed to rally and scored two tries, one from Jesse Dee. However, they struggled against the speed and agility of the Saints.
In a remarkable finish, Saints scored four tries in the last 15 minutes. Jackson Hastings contributed significantly by kicking six goals for his team.
The final try for York Knights came in the 80th minute, courtesy of Scott Galeano after a well-placed kick from Paul McShane. Despite this late effort, it was not enough to change the outcome.
This victory extends Saints’ winning streak to five matches. They have now solidified their position as contenders in the Super League.
York Knights had ended a five-game losing streak prior to this match but faced difficulties against a determined Saints squad. Observers noted that “the speed of St. Helens was causing injury-hit Knights problems.”
The next challenge for both teams is anticipated as they aim to improve their standings in upcoming matches.
