Little is hoping to see Worcester reach the Heineken Cup (Getty)

Worcester's European Challenge Cup semi-final against Premiership rivals Newcastle will be played at Sixways on Friday, 25 April at 2000 BST.

Warriors general manager Charlie Little said: "This will be the first European semi-final here, and we are expecting a thrilling encounter with Newcastle."

The winners of the competition will play in the Heineken Cup next season.

"The Heineken Cup is within touching distance, just two games away and home advantage is crucial," Little added.

He continued: "We are therefore encouraging everyone to come down for a night to remember.

"We have been unbeaten since the start of March and with an all-English line-up in the semi-finals the excitement building could not be greater.

"We know Newcastle will bring a wealth of international talent for this massive encounter, but I'm sure the home atmosphere under floodlights and in front of a live television audience will make it a night to remember."

Meanwhile, Warriors "A" game against Sale set for Monday, 7 April has now been re-scheduled for Monday, 21 April.

Warriors are back in Guinness Premiership action as they take on Wasps at Adams Park on Saturday and there will be full commentary on the game on BBC Hereford and Worcester.