Penalty to Newcastle from the line out and they clear their lines and kick to touch

Biggar with a great kick and the Falcons have a line out in their 22

Early penalty to the visitors

Saints get the game underway with a deep kick

5 minutes until kick off

Welcome to Franklins Gardens as the Saints welcome Newcastle Falcons who have struggled recently in the Premiership with 1 win from the last 5 games. Northampton have done just 1 win better over the same period as both sides look to get December off to a positive start