Ford boots Sale to opening-day win over Harlequins

In a thrilling opening match of the season, Sale Sharks secured a hard-fought victory over Harlequins, thanks to the boot of their star fly-half, George Ford.

Ford was in scintillating form, slotting over four penalties and a drop-goal to help his team edge out a 21-18 win over their rivals.

The match was a closely contested affair, with both teams showing flashes of brilliance in attack and defense. However, it was Ford’s composure under pressure that ultimately made the difference.

Not only did Ford impress with his kicking, but he also orchestrated Sale’s attacking play with precision and flair, setting up his teammates for several scoring opportunities.

The victory will come as a huge confidence booster for Sale as they look to build momentum early in the season and challenge for the top spot in the league.

Harlequins, on the other hand, will be disappointed to have come away empty-handed but will take heart from their strong performance and look to bounce back in their next fixture.

The match was a thrilling spectacle for the fans, with both teams producing moments of magic and demonstrating the quality of rugby on display in the Premiership.

Overall, it was a fantastic start to the season for Sale Sharks, and they will be hoping to build on this opening-day win as they push for silverware this year.

With George Ford leading the charge, Sale Sharks look set for an exciting and successful season ahead.