Friday 1 May 2026 — St Helens secured a comprehensive 40-16 victory over the York Knights in this Super League encounter. The hosts stamped their authority on the game with sustained pressure, sharp attacking play and solid defence to build a winning margin.
St Helens controlled large periods of possession and territory, converting their chances efficiently and turning pressure into points. The match featured a string of momentum-shifting sequences as St Helens pulled away, while York produced some spirited responses to keep the scoreline competitive at times.
York Knights showed resilience, carving out opportunities and crossing the line to remain in contention, but they were ultimately unable to match St Helens’ consistency in attack or contain their opponents’ forward momentum.
The final scoreline, 40-16, reflected St Helens’ more clinical finishing and control across the 80 minutes. Highlights from the clash capture the key tries, defensive stands and turning points that decided the contest.