Mark McCall ends coaching tenure with Saracens after defeat to Exeter
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 5:58 PM
Last updated Jun 6, 2026
Mark McCall's 17-year tenure as director of rugby for Saracens concluded with a 32-12 defeat to Exeter. This loss prevented Saracens from qualifying for the playoffs, finishing fifth in the Premiership. McCall led the club to six Premiership titles and three European Champions Cups but faced challenges, including a salary cap scandal leading to relegation. He expressed gratitude for his time at the club and optimism for its future under incoming coach Brendan Venter, his predecessor. McCall emphasized the potential in the current squad and the talent coming from the academy.
- •Saracens finished fifth in the Premiership this season.
- •McCall's coaching career included six Premiership titles.
- •He faced challenges due to the salary cap scandal and relegation.
- •Brendan Venter returns to coach Saracens next season.
- •McCall highlighted a strong core and promising academy talent.
- 5:58 PMYahoo Sports — McCall feels 'blessed' as Saracens reign ends
"Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall says he feels fortunate as his time in charge of the club comes to an end.
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