Charlie Hodgson gets the chance to put Saracens on the score board but also misses his first attempt. Still 3-0 to Newcastle.
Saracens really struggling with their discipline and gave away another penalty at the breakdown giving Phil Godman the chance to increase the Falcons lead to 6, but he can not convert the difficult kick.
Matt Stevens is sent to the sin bin after a scuffle broke out between the players. Steve Borthwick returns to the pitch.
Saracens go through the phases to create a productive attack but great defence on the Newcastle line earns them a penalty and they clear their lines.
Phil Godman makes no mistake with the kick this time and puts Newcastle into the lead. George Kruis comes on as a blood sub for Steve Borthwick.
Newcastle unable to convert the penalty opportunity as Phil Godman strikes the post with the kick.
No scoring opportunities so far early in this game as both teams try to gain territory.
Hey guys
Come on falcons
Newcastle start well, putting the pressure on the Saracens defence but Charlie Hodgson is able to clear the ball to relive the pressure.