Carpenter looks to impress England selectors against Furbank this weekend
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 9:27 AM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
Joe Carpenter of Sale is set to face George Furbank and Harlequins this Sunday at Sale's Corpacq Stadium. Carpenter aims to secure a recall to the England squad, having not participated since July 2025. He has demonstrated strong form this season, ranking high in defender beat counts. Carpenter is motivated by the opportunity to outshine Furbank, who has struggled with injury. England's coaching staff continues to evaluate Carpenter's performance with an eye toward the upcoming November objectives.
- •Carpenter has not played for England since winning his only cap in July 2025.
- •He is currently ranked second in beating defenders this season.
- •Sale finished seventh last season, prompting Carpenter's contract extension discussions.
- •Furbank was sidelined this summer due to appendicitis, impacting his status.
- •The match on Sunday is crucial for both teams, with Harlequins still seeking their first points.
- 9:27 AMYahoo Sports — In-form Carpenter aims to advance England case by outshining Furbank
- 9:27 AMBBC Sport — In-form Carpenter aims to advance England case by outshining Furbank
"In-form Sale full-back Joe Carpenter admits part of him is focused on outshining Harlequins' George Furbank this weekend to advance his case for an England recall.
"In-form Sale full-back Joe Carpenter admits part of him is focused on outshining Harlequins' George Furbank this weekend to advance his case for an England recall.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 9, 2026, 9:27 AMIn-form Carpenter aims to advance England case by outshining Furbank
In-form Sale full-back Joe Carpenter admits part of him is focused on outshining Harlequins' George Furbank this weekend to advance his case for an England recall.
- BBC SportOct 9, 2026, 9:27 AMIn-form Carpenter aims to advance England case by outshining Furbank
In-form Sale full-back Joe Carpenter admits part of him is focused on outshining Harlequins' George Furbank this weekend to advance his case for an England recall.
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