Jack Makepeace will take charge of Friday’s game against Gloucester as Newcastle Falcons play their first home match of the Gallagher Premiership season.

The Kingston Park clash is a 6pm kick-off, with tickets available by clicking here.

Supporters can stay on to watch the Rugby World Cup semi-final at 8pm as Argentina take on New Zealand, with four Newcastle Falcons players in the Pumas’ squad for the tournament.

Referee: Jack Makepeace.

Assistant referees: Alex Thomas, Jamie Leahy.

Television match official: Dean Richards.

Time keeper: Alan Hughes.

Citing officer: Chris Sharp.