THE BIG DAY IS COMING!
Varsity 2026, The Finale is almost here. Are you ready for a packed full day?! Wear your colours, get down support your teams and BRING THE NOISE.
Friday 20 March 2026
This is where all of our teams who haven't played yet come together for one big day of varsity. With a host of fixtures throughout the day, make sure you get down and support your teams!
Find out all the fixtures below:
VARSITY FINALE
We’re excited to share that The Clash is back for 2026!
Join us on Friday 20 March as Northumbria and Newcastle go head‑to‑head under the floodlights at Kingston Park Stadium for this year’s Varsity rugby finale. As a key highlight in the student sport calendar, we want to see our largest Northumbria crowd yet — with students and supporters packing the stands and creating an unforgettable atmosphere for our teams.
Tickets are just £5, with limited availability — make sure you secure yours before they sell out.
BUY YOUR TICKETS TODAY.
Event Schedule
- Doors open: 16:00
- Rugby Union W1: 17:30
- Rugby Union M1: 19:45
Your ticket provides entry to both matches.
Varsity fixtures are designed to be competitive, inclusive and enjoyable for everyone involved.
Let’s show the strength of the Northumbria community and make this year’s Varsity clash one to remember.
