Gilmore acknowledges tough start for Harlequins after heavy loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 9:20 AM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026
Harlequins head coach Jason Gilmore stated he anticipated a challenging beginning to the season following major roster changes. The team currently sits at the bottom of the Premiership table after losing their first two matches, including a 48-0 defeat to Gloucester, marking their worst league loss in 26 years. Gilmore pointed out the need for the squad to adapt to new systems while emphasizing the importance of working hard to improve. The team will seek redemption in their upcoming match against Sale on Sunday.
- •Harlequins lost their opening two matches of the season.
- •The team was defeated 48-0 by Gloucester.
- •Gilmore acknowledges the squad's transition involves learning new systems.
- •Sale awaits Harlequins in their next match on Sunday.
- •Gilmore insists the team must persevere despite the rocky start.
- 9:20 AMYahoo Sports — Gilmore says he expected difficult Quins start
"Harlequins head coach Jason Gilmore says he expected a difficult start to the season following a summer of changes.
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