Newcastle Falcons duo Gonzalo Tiesi and Matt Thompson have signed new contracts with the Aviva Premiership club.

Argentina international centre Tiesi, 28, has penned a two-year extension at Kingston Park.

Meanwhile, 31-year-old hooker Thompson has committed himself to a fresh one-year deal.

"Gonzalo and Matt are talented individuals and bring a wealth of experience to the table which is vital in the Aviva Premiership," director of rugby Dean Richards told the club's official website.

Newcastle continue their league campaign on Sunday at home to Worcester Warriors.