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Sale Sharks struggle in season ending with 13 losses

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Last updated Jun 10, 2026

Sale Sharks struggle in season ending with 13 losses
Summary

Sale Sharks concluded the season in seventh place in the Premiership, winning only five of 18 matches. The team experienced significant struggles, including a heavy defeat to Saracens and a history-making loss to Toulouse of 77-7. Director of rugby Alex Sanderson expressed the challenges faced throughout the season and emphasized the need for leadership. Injuries also plagued key players, and coaching changes added to the difficulties. Looking ahead, the club aims to rebound next season with new signings, including England internationals Courtney Lawes and Joe Marchant.

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Status Watch
  • •Sale finished the season with 5 wins and 13 losses.
  • •The team suffered their worst defeat in history against Toulouse.
  • •Injuries affected key players, including Tom and Ben Curry.
  • •Sanderson remains committed to rebuilding the team.
  • •Sale has signed several players to strengthen their squad for next season.
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  • 7:26 AMYahoo Sports — Can Sale recover after season of strife?
  • 7:26 AMBBC Sport — Can Sale recover after season of strife?
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Sale Sharks finished seventh in The Prem and lost 13 of 18 games in a miserable season at CorpAcq Stadium.

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Sale Sharks finished seventh in The Prem and lost 13 of 18 games in a miserable season at CorpAcq Stadium.

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